Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 538

Fig. 132: Disconnecting Driveshaft Centering Socket Yoke From Rear Axle Pinion Flange 
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7. Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion 

flange.  

8. Disconnect the rear axle brake hose. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 133: Disconnecting Rear Axle Brake Hose 
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NOTE:

Do not disconnect the brake lines.

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 134: Removing Brake Hose Junction Block Retaining Bolt 
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9. Remove the brake hose junction block retaining bolt.  

10. Remove the lower shock absorber nuts and bolts (one on each side). 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 135: Removing Lower Shock Absorber Nuts & Bolts 
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11. Remove the rear axle U-bolt assembly. 

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Remove the rear spring plate nuts.  

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Remove the two rear spring plate U-bolts.  

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Remove the rear spring plate.  

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Repeat the procedure for the other side. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup