Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 617

Fig. 86: Removing Differential Bearings 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

14. Using the special tool, install the new differential bearings on the differential case. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 87: Installing Differential Bearings On Differential Case 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

15. Measure the differential case runout without the differential ring gear. 

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Check the differential case flange runout again with the new differential bearings. If the runout is 
now within the specification shown, use the new differential bearings for assembly. If the runout is 
still excessive, the differential case is damaged and must be installed new.  

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 88: Checking Differential Case Flange Runout 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

Installation 

All Vehicles 

CAUTION: If equipped, 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 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 89: Pressing Ring Gear 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

1. Press the ring gear and, if removed, a new anti-lock speed sensor on the differential case.  

2. Install the differential ring gear bolts. 

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Apply Stud and Bearing Mount EOAZ-19554-BA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-
M2G349-A1 to the differential ring gear bolts. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup