Escape 4WD L4-2.3L VIN H Hybrid (2005)
Removal
CAUTION: Never pick up or hold the halfshaft by only the inner or outer Constant Velocity (CV) joint.
CAUTION: Handle the halfshaft by only the interconnecting shaft to avoid pull-apart and potential damage to the CV joints.
CAUTION: Do not over-angle the CV joints.
CAUTION: Damage will occur to an assembled inner CV joint if it is over-plunged outward from the joint housing.
CAUTION: Never use a hammer to remove or install the halfshafts.
CAUTION: Never use the halfshaft assembly as a lever to position other components. Always support the free-ends of the halfshaft.
CAUTION: Do not allow the boots to contact sharp edges or hot exhaust components.
CAUTION: Do not drop assembled halfshafts. The impact may cut the boots from the inside without evidence of external damage.
1. NOTE: The LH side is shown, the RH side is similar.
Remove the rear coil spring.
2. Remove and discard the rear wheel hub nut.
3. CAUTION: Support the wheel knuckle.
Remove the nut and separate the lower ball joint.
