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Drive Pinion: Removal

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  1. Remove the differential case. Refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .
  2. Mark the driveshaft flange and the pinion flange for correct alignment during installation.
    Fig 1: Identifying Marks On Driveshaft Flange And The Pinion Flange
    G02192485Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the four driveshaft bolts.
    Fig 2: Removing Driveshaft Bolts
    G02192486Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. 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.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Driveshaft Centering Socket Yoke From Rear Axle Pinion Flange
    G02192487Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion flange.
  5. Install a Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench on the pinion nut and record the torque required to maintain rotation of the pinion through several revolutions.
    Fig 4: Installing Torque Wrench On Pinion Nut
    G02192488Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the pinion flange and pinion nut. Refer to DRIVE PINION FLANGE .
  7. Install the special tool. Using a soft-faced hammer, drive the pinion assembly out of the front bearing cone and remove it through the rear of the housing.
    • Remove the rear axle drive pinion seal.
    • Remove the rear axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger.
      Fig 5: Installing Special Tool For Removing Pinion Assembly
      G02192489Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the collapsible spacer and discard it.
    Fig 6: Removing Collapsible Spacer
    G02192490Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Using the special tool, remove the pinion bearing.
    Fig 7: Removing Pinion Bearing
    G02192491Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    10. NOTE: Do not remove the pinion bearing cups from the housing unless the cups are damaged.
    Fig 8: Removing Outer Differential Bearing Cup
    G02192492Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Using the special tools, remove the outer differential bearing cup.
  11. Using the special tools, remove the inner differential bearing cup.
    Fig 9: Removing Inner Differential Bearing Cup
    G02192493Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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