Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 482

Fig. 105: Identifying Adjustment Shim 
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36. Remove and measure the drive pinion bearing adjustment shim.  

37. Remove the ten bolts and the ring gear (3A397). 

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Use a drift punch to separate the ring gear from the differential case (4205).  

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 106: Removing Ring Gear 
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38. Using the special tools, remove the differential bearings (4221). 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 107: Removing Differential Bearings 
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Assembly 

CAUTION: Do not omit the pinion bearing oil baffle; bearing failure can result.

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 108: Positioning Baffle On Special Tool 
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1. If removed, position the baffle on the special tool.  

2. Using the special tool, install the baffle. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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