Rubyredlimited

So what am I looking at, realistically, to get an IWE repaired at a Ford dealer? I know they’re gonna try to overcharge me, but what is an average cost for those who’ve had it done?

kvanmaele25

I don't know through Ford but in can be done in a driveway in less than an hour. The part was $100 from Autozone.

Rubyredlimited

If I decide to attempt this fix myself, is there anything in particular that I need to do to make sure I don't make the same mistake the shop did when they messed it up installing my leveling kit? Watching youtube videos, it seems like a pretty straight-forward install. What happens to damage the IWE during install? Is it not properly lining up the teeth on the IWE with the drive shafts?

kvanmaele25

It was a pretty simple job. The biggest thing is to make sure that the axle end splines line up with the IWE and fully seat. Take your time and be patient...don't force anything. You probably already have but watch the video in the link below and follow his process and you will be fine.

Stu Cazzo

wmdaddy23

I'm getting screwed so I might as well help others. I have the grinding noises. Took it to FORD. I needed spark plugs, fuel injector service and a transmission flush. In addition, i needed a new IWE. After sharing this wonderful video with FORD, compliments to Homestead Handyman on YouTube, 2013 F150 noises 4x4 Grinding/Humming Noise. The video captured the noise perfectly, and I brought that video to FORD. Still, the shop insisted I need a new IWE before anything else. $700.00. FORD is billing the part as a "4WD Actuator". My insurance won't cover it because they only cover, "actuators". AUL Insurance sucks like that. I have to file a BBB complaint for that. I wish I would have seen this forum and put the part in myself. Live and learn. Please learn from this. Later today I hope to have no grinding - I will update as I find out.

wmdaddy23

The first time I brought my truck in for what i know now as the IWE noise, FORD found $3800.00 worth of engine repairs. Never heard the noise they said.