2005 Ford Escape AWD transfer case (PTU/PTO) replacement

Replacing the noisy transfer case many years after I should have checked the fluid in it.
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[@kbongos]

Thanks for this video. I have 06 Escape started to leak tranny fluid out passenger side axle. I assumed it was just seal there. I got the transaxle out, but then learned from you tubes the problem is seal on transmission side. Now I am debating to do this job, it would be similar jacked up in garage, or get quotes for garage to do it, or get rid of the darn thing. So it's encouraging that you pulled off this job in the garage. I got it for almost free due to rusted out passenger side rear shock rusted out from frame. Fixed that with a little creativity. I do dread trying to get those back side exhaust parts off. The way they pack in these V6 engines is not friendly to the mechanic. I might be getting too rusty and old to do this ;)

[@newyork819]

After seeing three of these videos, I decided to pay a mechanic. I could have done it to my 08 Hybrid, but I decided it was more cost efficient for me to work that day instead of crawling under there. Great video.

[@BRField]

Guys, as he has mentioned; the PTU is getting overheated due to exhaust heat and small oil capacity. So to stop having to replace bearings ( or the entire unit) , change the oil in the PTO every 20,000 miles . On newer models (mine is a 2011) you must pump the oil out with a suction pump (there is no drain plug) ! It is a pain, but much cheaper than replacing the unit.

[@rkpenfold]

Thanks. This needed to be replaced in my Escape. I was told by the mechanic that there was nothing I did that caused this but was a result of the age of the car.: 16 years, 138,000 miles.

[@dandiegidio7729]

You can get the alternator out through the passenger side wheel well. You just have to flip it over and backward while it's in there and it slides out between the engine and subframe. If I remember correctly you have to situate it so the pulley is facing the front of the vehicle.

[@albertramos3808]

I really like the video you made replacing the transfer case. I am having the same issues on my 2011 escape you did a very good job explaining the whole thing Thank you so much for all your explanations Have a great day sir, thanks again

[@dudedude1716]

I. Just removed side over and gears ,put cover back fill oil 2wheeldrive

[@leelemon3373]

Good video. I have a 2010 Ford Escape AWD that has the PTU down below by the crank shaft so I missed all that fun.

[@ryanjohnson4239]

I gotta do this to replace the passenger side axle seal, looks fun.

[@Beba-qv3db]

Well explained, good video. Thank you for your effort.

[@backcountrybuilds]

Awesome video. Thanks a lot

[@jonathanroberts5718]

Your awesome. Appreciate the information

[@oilspill321]

Looks like the same nightmare I'm working on. Doing an engine swap on mine. Bought the Escape with a bad engine. Will be re-sealing the PTU housing that you had off. Looks like you are using the same silicone I'll be using.

[@jeff7461]

My 2016 Escape has a drain and fill plug. I’ve changed it once already but need to do it again.

[@joelthompson3177]

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[@alfredo4988]

Very good information and well presented. Thank you. I do have one question,. What sets the preload on the taper bearings?

[@ryanjohnson4239]

You don't by chance have the part numbers for the seals do you?

[@randomtask9643]

Quite a bit of shiny stuff.....

[@Dribble51]

it helps if you driving on a smooth road

[@donjude9585]

Thank you, Nice concise video... Is Thread Lock recommend on the Banjo Bolt 🔩?