Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 462

Fig. 23: Removing Differential Case With Bearing Cups & Shims 
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18. Install the ring gear and the differential assembly. For additional information, refer to AXLE-FRONT 

DRIVE .  

IN-VEHICLE REPAIR 

DRIVE PINION SEAL 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch - F150 Pickup

  

Special Tool(s) 

Fig. 24: Identifying Special Tool(s) 
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Removal 

1. Remove the front axle universal joint flange. For additional information, refer to UNIVERSAL JOINT 

FLANGE - FRONT . 

CAUTION: Do not damage the front axle housing.

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 25: Removing Pinion Seal 
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2. Remove the pinion seal.  

Installation 

1. Clean the pinion seal bore, and use the Pinion Seal Replacer to install the pinion seal. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 26: Installing Pinion Seal 
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2. Install the front axle universal joint flange. For additional information, refer to UNIVERSAL JOINT 

FLANGE - FRONT .  

UNIVERSAL JOINT FLANGE - FRONT 

Special Tool(s) 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch - F150 Pickup