Final disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

If necessary, remove the anti-lock ring.

Fig 1: Identifying Anti-Lock Ring

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Using the special tools, remove the differential bearings.

Fig 2: Removing Differential Bearings

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Remove the differential pinion shaft lock bolt and remove the differential pinion shaft.

Fig 3: Identifying Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt

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Remove the differential clutch spring.

Fig 4: Identing Differential Clutch Spring

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Remove the differential gears.
- Remove the 2 differential pinion gears.
- Remove the 2 differential side gears.
- Remove the 2 differential pinion thrust washers.

Fig 5: Removing Differential Gears

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NOTE: Keep the differential clutch packs in order. Do not mix the differential clutch packs. The differential clutch packs must be reassembled in the same sequence.

Remove the differential clutch packs and differential side gears and tag them RH and LH with the selective shim.
- Clean and inspect the remaining components of the differential case for wear or damage and install new components as necessary.

Fig 6: Identifying Differential Clutch Packs & Differential Side Gears

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NOTE: 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 or damage and install new components as necessary.