Ford Escape: Automatic Transmission - Automatic Transmission – HF45 / Description and Operation - Final Drive
| Item |
Part Number |
Description |
| 1 |
7C0987C098 |
Traction motor drive gear assembly |
| 2 |
7H4717H471 |
Transfer shaft and gear assembly |
| 3 |
7F4657F465 |
Differential carrier and gear assembly |
| 4 |
7L4377L437 |
Ring gear assembly |
The
final drive gear is meshed with the transfer shaft and bolted to the
differential case. The ring gear bolts are one time use bolts. Use new
bolts when installing the ring gear.
The
differential allows the halfshafts and wheels to rotate at different
speeds during cornering. The differential assembly consists of the
following components:
Differential carrier
Two pinion gears
Two side gears
When
driving in a straight line, both front wheels rotate at relatively the
same speed...
Item
Part Number
Description
1
7L4377L437
Ring gear
2
7A3987A398
Planetary carrier
3
7A3487A348
Sun gear
This
transmission has one simple planetary gear set...
Other information:
Symptom Chart(s)
Preliminary Inspection
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Before diagnosing or repairing the seatbelt system, inspect the following items:
Seatbelt webbing integrity (torn, frayed, cut or stretched)
Seatb..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design. Tighten fa..