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Differential Case: Removal

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  1. Remove the axle shafts. For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft .
    2. NOTE: Inspect the removed lubricant for metallic particles which indicate wear or damage.
  2. Wipe the lubricant from the internal working parts and inspect the parts for wear and damage.
  3. Rotate the differential assembly to check for roughness indicating bearing/gear damage.
    4. Fig 1: Rotating Differential Assembly
    GF0000844Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Mark the position of the bearing caps, as the arrows may not be visible. Always install the bearing caps in their original locations and positions.
  4. Remove the 4 bolts and the 2 bearing caps.
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Differential Bearing Cap And Differential Bearing Cap Bolts
    G03878679Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Place a wood block between the pry bar and the differential housing to protect the machined surface or damage to the component may occur.
  5. Using a pry bar and a wood block, remove the differential assembly from the differential housing.
    6. Fig 3: Removing Differential Carrier Assembly From Axle Housing
    GF0000851Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the 10 ring gear bolts.
    7. Fig 4: Locating Ring Gear Bolts
    GF0009727Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not damage the differential ring gear bolt hole threads.
    NOTE: If removing the anti-lock speed sensor ring, discard it and install a new anti-lock speed sensor ring during installation.
  7. Insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive off the differential ring gear and, if necessary, the anti-lock speed sensor ring.
    8. Fig 5: Removing Differential Ring Gear
    GF0000873Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Position the differential assembly, including the differential bearing cups and differential bearing shims, in the differential housing. Install the 2 bearing caps and the 4 bolts.
    • Tighten to 114 Nm (84 lb-ft).
  9. Position the special tool.
    1. Rotate the differential case to verify that the differential bearings have seated correctly.
    2. Position the special tool.
    10. Fig 6: Positioning Special Tool (100-002)
    GF0009729Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Measure and note the differential case runout.
    • If the runout does not exceed the specification, install a new differential ring gear and pinion. For additional information, refer to Differential Ring And Pinion .
    • If the runout exceeds the specification, the concern is due to differential case/differential bearing damage. Install a new differential case. For additional information, refer to Differential Case and Ring Gear - Conventional .
  11. Remove the 4 bearing cap bolts, the 2 bearing caps and the differential assembly from the axle housing.
  12. Using the special tools, remove the 2 differential bearings.
    13. Fig 7: Removing Differential Bearings Using Special Tool
    G03878588Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Using the special tool, install the 2 new differential bearings.
    1. Position the bearing.
    2. Using the special tool, press the bearings on the differential case.
    14. Fig 8: Installing Differential Bearings
    G03878661Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Position the differential assembly, including the differential bearing cups and differential bearing shims in the differential housing. Install the 2 bearing caps and the 4 bolts.
    • Tighten to 114 Nm (84 lb-ft).
    15. Fig 9: Identifying Differential Bearing Cap And Differential Bearing Cap Bolts
    G03878679Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Position the special tool.
    1. Rotate the differential case to verify that the differential bearings have seated correctly.
    2. Position the special tool.
    16. Fig 10: Positioning Special Tool (100-002)
    GF0009729Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Measure the differential case runout.
    • If the runout does not exceed the specification, use the new differential bearings for assembly.
    • If the runout exceeds the specification, install a new differential case. For additional information, refer to Differential Case and Ring Gear - Conventional .
  17. Remove the 4 bearing cap bolts, the 2 bearing caps and the differential assembly from the axle housing.
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