Expedition 4WD V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1998)
4. Unseat the clutch shaft rod boot, and remove the snap ring.
5. Disconnect the front axle actuator motor assembly.
1
Fully extend the front axle actuator motor shaft.
2
Plug the vacuum ports.
3
Pull the front axle actuator motor assembly out.
4
Push the front axle actuator motor assembly away, disconnecting the lever from the slot in the actuator motor shaft.
6. Remove the front axle actuator motor assembly and boot.
1
Remove the boot.
2
Remove the front axle actuator motor assembly.
7. Remove the front axle housing tube assembly.
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Reposition the front drive axle assembly in the Bench Mounted Holding Fixture.
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Remove the bolts.
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Remove the front axle housing tube assembly.