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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 157 (REAR DRIVE AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL)SPECIFICATIONSAXLE ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Axle Assembly Description
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Axle Assembly Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
AXLE ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION
| Description | Nm | Ib-ft | Ib-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axle front insulator bolt | 90 | 66 | - |
| Axle rear insulator bolts | 110 | 81 | - |
| Axle assembly fill plugs | 35 | 26 | - |
| Active on-demand coupling oil pump bolts | 6 | - | 53 |
| Active on-demand coupling oil filter cover bolts | 6 | - | 53 |
| Differential electronic module (DEM) bolts | 6 | - | 53 |
| Stabilizer bar bracket-to-frame bolts | 48 | 35 | - |
| Drive pinion flange nut | 100 | 74 | - |
| Active on-demand coupling bolts | 27 | 20 | - |
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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.