Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 574

Fig. 93: Tightening Bearing Caps 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

  

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15. Measure the differential case runout without the ring gear, and check the case runout again with the new 

differential bearings. 

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If the runout is now less than the specification shown, use the new differential bearings for 
assembly.  

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If the runout is still excessive, the differential case is damaged and must be replaced.  

Fig. 94: Measuring Differential Case Runout 
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Installation 

CAUTION: Make sure that the notches on the case flange and the anti-lock 

speed sensor ring are aligned.

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 95: Aligning Differential Case Flange Notch With Anti-Lock Speed Sensor Ring Notch 
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1. Press a new anti-lock speed sensor ring, if removed, and the ring gear on the differential case. 

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Align the notch on the differential case flange with the notch on the anti-lock speed sensor ring.  

2. Install the ring gear bolts. 

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Apply stud and bearing mount to the ring gear bolts. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 96: Tightening Ring Gear Bolts 
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3. With pinion depth set and the drive pinion installed, place the differential case in the rear axle housing. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup