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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 370 (MANUAL TRANSMISSION)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIESINPUT SHAFTDISASSEMBLY
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Input Shaft: Disassembly
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Prior to disassembly of the input shaft, measure and record the end play for the 3rd, 4th and 5th gears. Refer to the following chart for standard values:STANDARD VALUES SPECIFICATIONS CHART
Gear mm Inch 3rd 0.18-0.31 0.007-0.0122 4th 0.20-0.30 0.0078-0.0118 5th 0.06-0.16 0.0024-0.0063 - Remove the oil channel.
- Using the special tool, remove the input shaft rear bearing.
NOTE:
The snap ring is not reusable.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.