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2000 Ford ZX2 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 249 (Rear Drive Axle/Differential)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Description And Operation
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Rear Drive Axle and Differential
- Special Tool(s)
- Inspection and Verification
- Diagnostic Routines
- Diagnostic Routine - Fluid Loss
- Diagnostic Routine - Noise Louder on Turns (Sweeping)
- Diagnostic Routine - Noise (Growl) In Tight Turn, Conventional Differential
- Diagnostic Routine - Noise (Chatter/Shudder) In Tight Turns, Limited Slip Differential
- Diagnostic Routine - Noise (Whine) In All Or More Than One Drive Modes
- Diagnostic Routine - Noise (Tick/Click) In All Or More Than One Drive Modes
- Diagnostic Routine - Noise (Howl/Moan) In All Or More Than One Drive Modes
- Diagnostic Routine - Noise (Clunk) On Changes In Speed Or Direction Of Power
- Diagnostic Routine - Vibration
- Checking Differential Ring Gear Backlash
- Checking Tooth Contact Pattern and Condition of the Ring and Pinion
- Rear Drive Axle and Differential
- In-Vehicle Repair
- Removal And Installation
- Disassembly And Assembly
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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