Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 579

Fig. 113: Removing Driveshaft Flange Bolts 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle 

pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its 
components to disconnect the yoke from the flange. Pry only in the 
area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the yoke from the 
flange.

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 114: Disconnecting Driveshaft Centering Socket Yoke From Rear Axle Pinion Flange 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

5. Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion 

flange. 

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Position the driveshaft out of the way.  

6. Remove the axle shafts. For additional information, refer to AXLE SHAFT . 

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Wire the brake backing plates or calipers aside. Do not disconnect the brake lines.  

7. Disconnect the rear brake anti-lock sensor electrical connector. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 115: Disconnecting Rear Brake Anti-Lock Sensor Electrical Connector 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

8. Remove the vent hose. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 116: Disconnecting Vent Hose 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

9. Remove the brake hose junction block bolt. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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