Rear Axle Bush Tool

Rear Axle Bush Tool - Ford Fiesta IV Ka 

Introduction:

Remove/install Fiesta IV rear axle mounting bushes. Can be used in situ - no need to remove trailing link assembly from vehicle. Supplied in carry-case.

Applications: Ford; Fiesta IV (1996 onwards), Ka

Operation:

DO NOT USE AN IMPACT WRENCH WITH THIS TOOL.

1. Before working under the vehicle ensure that it is adequately

supported on axle stands.

2. Thoroughly lubricate the screw rod threads each time the tool is used.

3. Remove the rear wheels to gain access to the bush housings at

the top of each trailing arm.

4. Thoroughly apply penetrating oil to each bush to aid extraction from

the bush housing.

5. To extract the old bush, assemble the tool onto the bush as shown

in Fig.2. Ensure that the threaded rod 1 is well lubricated prior to

assembly. Hold the retention nut 2 with a 24mm ring spanner.

Using a ratchet wrench with a 24mm deep socket turn the nut on

the force nut assembly 6 clockwise to drive the bush out of its

housing.

6. To insert the new bush, assemble the tool and bush onto the bush

housing as shown in Fig.3. Ensure that the threaded rod 1 is well

lubricated prior to assembly. Hold the retention nut 2 with a 24mm

ring spanner. Using a ratchet wrench with a 24mm deep socket turn

the nut on the force nut assembly 6 clockwise to drive the bush into

the housing.

Packing details: