Drive Pinion: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the differential case. For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .
- Mark the driveshaft flange and the pinion flange for correct alignment during installation.
- Remove and discard the four bolts.
- Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion flange.
- Position the driveshaft out of the way.
- 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.
- Remove the pinion flange and pinion nut. For additional information, refer to DRIVE PINION FLANGE .
- Using a soft-faced hammer and the special tool, 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. For additional information, refer to DRIVE PINION SEAL .
- Remove the rear axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger.
- Using the special tool, remove the pinion bearing.
- Using a brass drift, remove the pinion bearing cups by tapping alternately on opposite sides of the cups.
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.
NOTE:
Remove the collapsible spacer and discard it.
NOTE:
Do not remove the pinion bearing cups from the housing unless the cups are damaged.