Differential Case and Ring Gear - Conventional: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the differential case (4204). For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .
Remove the bolts.

Fig 1: Removing Bolts
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CAUTION: Take care not to damage the bolt hole threads.

Fig 2: Insert A Punch In Bolt Holes & Driving Off Ring Gear

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Insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive off the ring gear.
Using the special tools, remove the differential bearings if necessary.

Fig 3: Removing Differential Bearings
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Remove the differential pinion shaft lock bolt.

Fig 4: Removing Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt
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Remove the differential pinion shaft.

Fig 5: Removing Differential Pinion Shaft
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Rotate and remove the differential pinion gears and differential pinion thrust washers.

Fig 6: Removing Differential Pinion Gears & Differential Pinion Thrust Washers
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Remove the differential side gears and the differential side gear thrust washers.

Fig 7: Removing Differential Side Gears & Differential Side Gear Thrust Washers
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