Ford Ecosport: Rear Drive Axle/Differential / Removal and Installation - Axle Assembly

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Remove the rear subframe - AWD.
   Refer to: Rear Subframe - AWD (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the bolts and the RDU front mounting brackets.
   Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

1. Remove the RDU rear mounting bolts.
   Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

1. NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

   
   Remove the RDU .
   
   1. Move the RDU backward.
      
   2. Slowly tilt the RDU and down.
      

Installation

1. NOTICE: If replacing the axle assembly, the 4X4 control module will need to be reconfigured with the new Active Torque Coupling (ATC) bar code information. If the new bar code information does not match the existing 4X4 control module information, driveline damage or driveability concerns can occur.

   If installing a new RDU , re-configure the Active Torque Coupling (ATC).
   Refer to: Four-Wheel Drive Systems - Overview (308-07A Four-Wheel Drive Systems, Description and Operation).
   

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Fill the differential fluid.
   Refer to: Differential Draining and Filling (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, General Procedures).