Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 162 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CVT)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIESDIFFERENTIALASSEMBLY
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Differential: Assembly
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Assembly
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.
- For AWD vehicles, use the special tools to install the new seal.
- If the ring gear was removed, install a new ring gear, tighten in 2 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
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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.