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Final Assembly

  1. Clean differential case housing lip and apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant. Install cover and tighten bolts. Install backing plates and drive shaft, and tighten bolts.
  2. Install wheel bearings, seals, brake drums, and wheel assemblies. Fill axle with lubricant. Adjust brakes if required.
    AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS

    Application Specifications
    Capacity
    Aerostar 3.5 Pts. (1.7L)
    Bronco II 5.5 Pts. (2.8L)
    Ranger 5.0 Pts. (2.5L)
    Companion Flange Runout .010" (.25 mm)
    Differential Case Flange Runout .003" (.08 mm)
    Maximum Backlash Variation Between Teeth .004" (.10 mm)
    Maximum Ring Gear Runout .004" (.10 mm)
    Nominal Left Shim Thickness (For Diagnosis) .027" (6.7 mm)
    Pinion Gear Thrust Washer Thickness .030-.032" (.76-.81 mm)
    Ring Gear Backlash .008-.015" (.20-.38 mm)
    Ring Gear Backface Runout .004" (.10 mm)
    Side Gear Thrust Washer Thickness .030-.032" (.76-.81 mm)
    INCH Lbs. (N.m) 
    Pinion Bearing Preload
    New Bearings 16-29 (1.8-3.2)
    Original Bearings 8-14 (.9-1.6)