Front Axle Housing Vent Hose Removal and Installation Guide for 2021 Bronco

Step-by-step guide for removing and installing the front axle housing vent hose on a 2021 Ford Bronco, including necessary preparation and inspection procedures.

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The document provides the procedure to remove and install the front axle housing vent hose on a 2021 Ford Bronco. p. 1, 2, 3

Key actions

Remove front LH wheel p. 1
Remove engine rear undershield p. 1
Remove fender splash shield p. 1

Problems and fixes

Damaged or clogged vent hose

Replace with a new vent hose.

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Inspection and Installation p. 3

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Removing pin-type retainers and fender splash shield

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Important Information

This document provides the official procedure for the removal and installation of the front axle housing vent hose on the 2021 Ford Bronco. Always ensure the vehicle is safely supported before beginning any under-vehicle work.

Removal Procedure

Follow these steps to remove the front axle housing vent hose:

Remove the front LH (left-hand) wheel.
Remove the engine rear undershield.
Remove the pin-type retainers and the fender splash shield.
Disconnect the front axle housing vent hose.
Detach the retainer clip from the front axle housing vent hose and position it aside.
Make a note of the installation mark.
Detach the front axle housing vent hose from the metal tube.

Inspection

Before reinstalling or if you are performing maintenance, inspect the front axle housing vent hose for damage or clogging. If the hose is found to be damaged or clogged, it must be replaced with a new vent hose. This step is not necessary if you are installing a new component.

Installation Procedure

To install the front axle housing vent hose, reverse the removal procedure.

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Ford Motor Company

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Common problems

Hose damaged or clogged

Replace with a new vent hose.

Before use

Ensure the vehicle is safely lifted and supported
Remove front LH wheel
Remove engine rear undershield
Remove fender splash shield

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