Mercury F57Z-3B436-BA Front Axle Shaft

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To remove the front wheels, loosen the lug nuts and raise the front of the vehicle on jackstands. Remove front brake calipers, locking hubs, wheel bearings, and locknuts. Take out the spindle by tapping it and get rid of the spindle seat. The shaft and joint assembly should be pulled out from left side. On the right side, remove the clamps, slide the rubber boot onto the stub shaft and pull out the shaft and joint assembly. For spindle bearing and oil seal replacement, remove the bearing and oil seal with a slide hammer and puller attachment. Clean the spindle bore and install a new bearing and seal. To replace axleshaft assembly universal joint, remove snap-rings, and proceed as for driveshaft universal joints. Press slinger onto spindle, install rubber boot with clamps on stub shaft slip yoke to reassemble. Slide through knuckle shaft and joint assembly engaging splines. Install splash shield, spindle, wheel bearings, locking hubs, brake caliper, and front wheels.

For axleshaft assembly universal joint replacement, the internal snap-rings are removed, and subsequent steps are similar to those for driveshaft universal joints. The universal joint might need replacement due to wear or damage.

The differential pinion shaft is repositioned through the case and pinion gears. Thread-locking compound is applied to the lock-bolt before installation to secure it properly.

The procedure involves positioning a floor jack under the axle arm, compressing the front coil spring slightly, and removing its lower portion secured to the axle beam. This is done to relieve tension and facilitate the removal of the coil spring.

The limited slip rear axle uses multi-disc clutch packs and a speed-sensitive engagement mechanism to lock both axleshafts together, applying equal rotational power to both wheels.

After securing the vehicle on jackstands, the rear wheels, rear spare wheel/tire, axleshafts, and the rear of the driveshaft need to be removed. These components must be removed to access and detach the axle housing from the vehicle.

During the installation process, ensure that the fasteners are tightened. This is crucial to guarantee the secure attachment of components and maintain the structural integrity of the axle and related parts.

Tapping the spindle free with a plastic or soft-faced hammer helps separate it from the steering knuckle. Precautions should be taken to avoid damaging the spindle, and using a plastic or soft-faced hammer reduces the risk of marring or deforming the components.

For spindle bearing and oil seal replacement, the spindle is placed in a vise, and the bearing and oil seal are removed with a slide hammer and puller attachment. This may be necessary due to wear or damage, and the replacement ensures proper functionality.

To remove the axleshafts, push them toward the vehicle center and remove the C-locks from the button end of the axleshafts. Care must be taken not to lose or damage the rubber O-ring during this process. The axleshafts should be carefully extracted from the housing without harming the oil seal.

Yes, these noises can often be mistaken for mechanical faults.

Precautions include disconnecting the ABS sensor, removing the hub driveaxle/nut without using a hammer to prevent driveaxle damage, and carefully guiding the outer CV joint out of the hub during disassembly.