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Differential Bearings: Removal

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  1. Remove the differential carrier. For additional information, refer to Differential Carrier  in this article.
  2. Remove the LH and RH differential bearings with the special tools.
    3. Fig 1: Removing Differential Bearing Using Special Tools
    G04583104Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Index-mark the driveshaft flange and pinion flange for correct alignment during installation.
    4. Fig 2: Identifying Index-mark On Driveshaft Flange And Pinion Flange For Correct Alignment
    GF0003125Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the 4 driveshaft flange bolts.
    5. Fig 3: Locating Driveshaft Flange Bolts
    GF0000834Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components to disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
  5. Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
    • Using mechanic's wire, position the driveshaft aside.
    6. Fig 4: Disconnecting Driveshaft Flange Yoke From Pinion Flange
    G03878446Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Using the special tool to hold the pinion flange, remove and discard the pinion nut.
    7. Fig 5: Holding Pinion Flange With Special Tool
    G03883491Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Index-mark the pinion flange in relation to the drive pinion stem to make sure of correct alignment during installation.
    8. Fig 6: Identifying Index-Mark On Pinion Shaft And Flange
    GF0003127Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Using the special tool, remove the pinion flange.
    9. Fig 7: Removing Pinion Flange Using Special Tool
    G03878593Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Force up on the metal flange of the drive pinion seal. Install gripping pliers and strike with a hammer until the drive pinion seal is removed.
    10. Fig 8: Removing Drive Pinion Oil Seal
    G03878521Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the drive pinion shaft oil slinger and the outer drive pinion bearing.
    11. Fig 9: Identifying Drive Pinion Shaft Oil Slinger
    GF0003138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the special tool, then use a soft-faced hammer to drive the pinion gear out of the outer drive pinion bearing and remove the pinion gear.
    12. Fig 10: Identifying Special Tool To Remove Drive Pinion Gear
    G03884424Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Remove and discard the drive pinion collapsible spacer.
    13. Fig 11: Identifying Drive Pinion Collapsible Spacer
    GF0000836Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Using the special tool, remove the drive pinion bearing and spacer.
    14. Fig 12: Inner Pinion Bearing And Special Tool
    G03878658Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Using a brass drift, remove the drive pinion bearing cups by tapping alternately on opposite sides of the drive pinion bearing cups.
    15. Fig 13: Identifying Pinion Bearing Cups
    GF0000837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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