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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 869 (REAR DRIVE AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONAXLE ASSEMBLYNOTES
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Axle Assembly: Notes
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Electrical connector (part of 14405) |
| 2 | W506540-S | Differential housing-to-front insulator bracket bolts (4 required) |
| 3 | W706356-S | Front insulator bracket-to-subframe bolts (2 required) |
| 4 | 4K360 | Front insulator brackets |
| 5 | W500043-S | Side insulator bracket-to-rear axle differential bolts (3 required) |
| 6 | 5L84 | Rear axle assembly |
| 7 | W706356-S | Rear differential mount-to-subframe bolt and nut |
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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.