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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)DRIVELINES & AXLESAXLE SHAFTSFRONT DRIVE HALFSHAFTSDISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYHALFSHAFT - INBOARD, FORDDISASSEMBLY

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan

Halfshaft - Inboard, Ford: Disassembly

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Disassembly

Remove the clamps.

Fig 1: Removing Clamps
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Separate the front wheel driveshaft joint boot (3A331) from the inboard CV joint housing.

Fig 2: Removing Front Wheel Driveshaft Joint Boot From Inboard CV Joint Housing
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Check the CV joint grease for contamination by rubbing it between two fingers. Any gritty feeling indicates contamination.

Fig 3: Checking CV Joint Grease For Contamination
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Separate the CV joint from the CV joint housing.

Fig 4: Identifying Inboard CV Joint & Housing
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Remove the tri-lobe insert. Remove the grease from the outer race. Inspect the outer race and the CV joint (tripod assembly) for wear and damage.

Fig 5: Removing Tri-Lobe Insert
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NOTE: Other than the front wheel driveshaft joint boot, the interconnecting shaft and inboard CV joint housing are not repairable. Install a new assembly if worn/damaged.

To install a new inboard CV joint housing assembly (3B436) (3B437)/front wheel driveshaft joint boot, remove the front wheel driveshaft joint (3B413) and boot. For additional information, refer to HALFSHAFT - OUTBOARD .
Slide the front wheel driveshaft joint boot off of the interconnecting shaft.

Fig 6: Removing Front Wheel Driveshaft Joint Boot

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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.