Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 591

Fig. 160: Assembling Differential Clutch Packs 
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2. Assemble the differential clutch packs (without the shims) on the respective differential side gears. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 161: Installing Differential Clutch Pack & Differential Side Gear (Without Shim) On Gauge 
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3. Place the base portion of the special tool in a vise. Install the differential clutch pack and differential side 

gear (without the shim) on the gauge. 

CAUTION: Make sure the correct mandrel is used with the special tool.

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

4. Position the special tool hand-tight on top of the differential clutch pack. 

Fig. 162: Installing Special Tool Hand-Tight On Top Of Differential Clutch Pack 
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5. Install the special tool over the disc and differential clutch pack. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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

  

Fig. 163: Installing Special Tool Over The Disc & Differential Clutch Pack 
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6. Install the nut of the gauge over the top and base stud. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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