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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 543 (TRANSFER CASE - POWER TRANSFER UNIT (PTU))INSTALLATIONPOWER TRANSFER UNIT (PTU)
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Power Transfer Unit (PTU)
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Power Transfer Unit (PTU)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego, 2006 Ford Freestyle, and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| SAE 75W-90 Specialty Power Transfer Unit Fluid XY-75W90-PTU | GL-5 |
| Constant Velocity Joint Grease XG-5 | WSS-M1C258-A1 |
- Wipe off any residual grease or contaminants from the PTU splines.
- Apply a thin, uniform coating of grease to all of the PTU spline surfaces before assembly.
- Position the power transfer unit (PTU) in place and install the 4 PTU bolts.
- Tighten to 90 N.m (66 lb-ft).
- Install the LH and RH half shafts. For additional information, refer to INSTALLATION and INSTALLATION .
- Line up the index marks made during removal.
- Install the driveshaft brace and the 2 driveshaft brace bolts.
- Tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb-ft).
NOTE:
Tighten the driveshaft flange bolts in a star-pattern to correctly seat the front driveshaft flange.
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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.