Town Car V8-4.6L VIN V Flex Fuel (2006)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Axle Shaft
Material
Removal
1. WARNING: When equipped with rear air springs, the electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting,
jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning of the air suspension switch located in the LH side of the
luggage compartment. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the
vehicle during these operations.
Turn the air suspension switch OFF.
2. NOTE: When removing the rear brake caliper in this procedure, it is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic lines.
Remove the rear brake caliper and the brake disc.
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Support the rear brake caliper with mechanic's wire.
3. Position the rear brake anti-lock aside.
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Remove the bolt.
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Remove the sensor.
4. Remove the differential housing cover.
5. CAUTION: Once the differential pinion shaft has been removed, turning the differential case or an axle shaft can cause the differential pinion
gears to fall out of the assembly. This can result in chipped or damaged components.
