Escape 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
2. Remove the transaxle drain plug and drain the fluid.
3. Remove the LH halfshaft.
4. Using the special tools, remove and discard the LH differential seal.
Installation
1. Using the special tool, install the LH differential seal.
2. Install the LH halfshaft.
3. Using a small amount of pipe sealant on the threads, install the transaxle drain plug.
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Tighten to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
4. Fill the transaxle with clean automatic transmission fluid.
5. Start the engine and run through all the gears and check fluid level.
