Town Car V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
NOTE: Whenever replacing the rear axle lubricant, use SAE 80W-90: Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or-KL or equivalent meeting Ford
specification WSP-M2C197-A.
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle to desired working height. Remove rear wheel and tire assembly. Remove rear disc brake calipers and rear disc brake rotors.
CAUTION: The rear brake anti-lock sensor must be removed before the axle shafts are removed to prevent damage to the rear brake anti-lock
sensor or rear brake anti-lock sensor indicator. The rear brake anti-lock sensor is bolted on the rear disc brake caliper anchor plate.
2. Clean all dirt from area of axle housing cover with a wire brush or cloth.
3. Drain rear axle lubricant by removing the axle housing cover.
Rear Axle Removal
4. Remove differential pinion shaft lock pin and differential pinion shaft.
