Ford Ecosport: Rear Drive Axle/Differential / General Procedures - Differential Draining and Filling

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Driveline / Rear Drive Axle/Differential / General Procedures - Differential Draining and Filling

Draining

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).

Remove the RDU fluid fill plug.

Remove the RDU fluid drain plug and allow the RDU fluid to drain.

Filling

Install the RDU fluid drain plug.
Torque:
Stage 1: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
Stage 2: 180°

Fill the RDU with clean RDU gear lubricant.
Refer to: Specifications (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, Specifications).

Install the RDU fluid fill plug.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Check With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...

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Removal and Installation - Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit

Removal

NOTICE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.

Remove the timing chain.
Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01C Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).
Remove the bolts and VCT units.
Discard the bolts.