Ford Ecosport: Rear Drive Axle/Differential / General Procedures - Active On-Demand Coupling Configuration
Configuration
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Using the diagnostic scan tool, under the toolbox icon
select powertrain then select active on demand coupling barcode Entry.
Follow the instructions displayed on the diagnostic scan tool.
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NOTICE:
If the active active on demand coupling bar code
information is not correct, rear drive unit (RDU) damage or driveability
concerns can occur.
Enter the 4-digit alpha numeric bar code found on the
label. The diagnostic scan tool verifies the digits entered are valid
and displays a message if the information is not valid.
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Follow the instructions displayed on the scan tool.
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Road test the vehicle. Carry out the AWD drive cycle after downloading
the active on demand coupling solenoid bar code information to the PCM.
Refer to: Four-Wheel Drive Systems (308-07A Four-Wheel Drive Systems, Diagnosis and Testing).
Preliminary Inspection
Visually inspect the housing, seals, and pinion flange for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is
found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next
step
If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and REFER to Symptom Chart: NVH ...
Draining
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the brake pedal and bracket.
Refer to: Brake Pedal and Bracket (206-06 Hydraulic Brake Actuation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the steering column shrouds...
Removal
Remove the instrument panel.
Refer to: Instrument Panel (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the TCU antenna cable connector, remove the bolt and the TCU antenna.
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure...