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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012FUSION AWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford Fusion AWD V6-3.5L
Differential Assembly: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Fusion AWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Axle Assembly
Axle Assembly
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the driveshaft.
2. Remove the rear halfshafts.
3. Position a suitable transmission hydraulic jack to the axle housing. Securely strap the jack to the housing.
4. Remove the 4 differential housing-to-front insulator bracket bolts.
- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
5. Remove the 3 RH side insulator bracket-to-rear axle differential bolts.
- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
6. Remove the 3 LH side insulator or bracket-to-rear axle differential bolts.
- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
7. Lower the axle to gain clearance and disconnect the active torque coupling electrical connector.
8. Remove the rear axle assembly.
9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.