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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021EDGE SE, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 575 (FRONT DRIVE AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONAXLE CARRIER BUSHINGREMOVAL
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD

Axle Carrier Bushing: Removal

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Only worn or damaged bushings need to be replaced.
  1. Remove the axle assembly. Refer to: Axle Assembly .
  2. Measure and record the width of the gap between the bushing front lip and the housing.
    GFD551981Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Using the special tools, remove the axle tube bushing. Use Special Service Tool: 205-371 (T96T-5638-E) Remover, Front Axle Mounting Bushing Cup., 205-374 (T96T-5638-H) Installer, Front Axle Mounting Bushing Drawbolt., 205-527 Remover/Installer, Front Differential Housing Bushing.
    GFD551982Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Using the special tools, remove the rear housing bushing. Use Special Service Tool: 204-186 (T95T-5638-AH) Remover, Front Differential Housing Bushing., 205-371 (T96T-5638-E) Remover, Front Axle Mounting Bushing Cup., 205-374 (T96T-5638-H) Installer, Front Axle Mounting Bushing Drawbolt., 205-527 Remover/Installer, Front Differential Housing Bushing.
    GFD551983Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. NOTE: The drive pinion flange only needs to be removed if the front housing bushing is being removed.

    Remove the drive pinion flange. Refer to: Drive Pinion Flange and Seal .

  6. Using the special tools, remove the front housing bushing. Use Special Service Tool: 205-371 (T96T-5638-E) Remover, Front Axle Mounting Bushing Cup., 205-374 (T96T-5638-H) Installer, Front Axle Mounting Bushing Drawbolt., 205-527 Remover/Installer, Front Differential Housing Bushing.
GFD551984Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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