Differential Case and Ring Gear-Traction-Lok: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the differential case. Refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .
Remove the 10 ring gear bolts.

Fig 1: Removing 10 Ring Gear Bolts
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CAUTION: Care should be taken not to damage the bolt hole threads.

Fig 2: Inserting Punch In Bolt Holes And Drive Ring Gear Off

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Insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive the ring gear off.

NOTE: The anti-lock speed sensor ring cannot be reused once removed.

Fig 3: Removing Speed Sensor Ring, If Required

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Remove the speed sensor ring, if required.
Using the special tools, remove the differential bearing.
- Repeat for the other side.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Differential Bearing Using Special Tools
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Remove the differential pinion shaft lock bolt and remove the differential pinion shaft.

Fig 5: Removing Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt And Remove Differential Pinion Shaft
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WARNING: Due to the spring tension, care must be used when removing the differential clutch spring.

Fig 6: Removing Differential Clutch Spring

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Remove the differential clutch spring.
Remove the differential gears.
1. Remove the two differential pinion gears.
2. Remove the two differential side gears.
3. Remove the two differential pinion thrust washers.
  
  Fig 7: Identifying Differential Gears Components
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CAUTION: Keep the differential clutch packs in order. Do not mix them. They must be reassembled in the same sequence.

Remove the differential clutch packs and differential side gears and tag them "right" and "left" with the shim.
- Clean and inspect the remaining parts of the differential case for wear or damage and replace parts as necessary.
  
  Fig 8: Removing Differential Clutch Packs And Differential Side Gears
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CAUTION: Do not use acids or solvents when cleaning the differential clutch pack. Wipe components with a clean, lint-free cloth only.

Clean and inspect the differential clutch packs for wear and replace parts as necessary.