Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 471

Fig. 61: Positioning Differential Cover Bushing Adapter Replacer 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

2. To install the differential cover bushing, tighten the Drawbolt until the specified gap is reached between 

the cover ear and the bushing flange. Use a feeler gauge to verify the correct gap length. 

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Remove the tools.  

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 62: Installing Differential Cover Bushing 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

3. Install the front drive axle assembly. For additional information, refer to AXLE ASSEMBLY-FRONT 

DRIVE .  

BUSHING - TUBE 

Special Tool(s) 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 63: Identifying Special Tool(s) (1 Of 2) 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 64: Identifying Special Tool(s) (2 Of 2) 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

Removal 

1. Remove the front drive axle assembly. For additional information, refer to AXLE ASSEMBLY-FRONT 

DRIVE .  

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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