Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
3. Position rear axle housing on transmission jack and partially raise to align LH inboard CV joint stub shaft into differential side gear. Lightly
lubricate stub shaft splines with Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or -K or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B prior to
installation.
CAUTION: Do not damage inboard CV joint stub shaft pilot bearing housing and inboard CV joint stub shaft pilot bearing housing seal during
halfshaft installation and spline alignment.
4. Position rear axle housing on front retaining bolts and push CV joint until driveshaft bearing retainer circlip seats in differential side gear.
5. Install bushing, washers and nuts on rear axle differential front lower insulator. Tighten to 92-136 Nm (68-100 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: Bushings must be installed into rear axle housing as shown.
