Ford Escape: Rear Drive Axle/Differential / Description and Operation - Rear Drive Axle and Differential - Component Location
RDU - Component Location
| Item |
Description |
| 1 |
RDU actuator motor |
| 2 |
Speed sensor |
| 3 |
RDU
|
| 4 |
AWD module |
| 5 |
PTU (Power transfer unit) |
Materials
Name
Specification
XY-75W-QL - Motorcraft® Disconnect Rear Drive Unit Fluid
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Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-E1
ESA-M1C75-B
Capacities
Item
Liters
Material: Motorcraft® Disconnect Rear Drive Unit Fluid
/ XY-75W-QL
0...
The RDU is available with 2.58 drive ratio.
Rear Drive Axle and Differential
The rear drive axle and differential unit (RDU ) is a cast aluminum
differential assembly located in the rear of the vehicle consisting of
the following components:
Crown wheel and pinion
An electrically activated and mechanically engaged
clutch pack acting on the rear drive axles, that applies or removes..
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the battery.
Refer to: Battery (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, Removal and Installation).
1.5L Ecoboost vehicles only
Release the retainer and position the heater hoses aside.
Detach the wire harness retainers from the battery tray.
..
Remote Start Precautions
WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start
the engine. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.
Remote Start Limitations
Remote start does not work under the
following conditions:
The alarm horn is sounding.
The hood is op..