Differential Case and Ring Gear - Traction-Lok: 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 assembly from the differential housing (4141). For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .
- Remove the bolts.
- Insert a punch in the bolt holes, and drive off the differential ring gear and, if necessary, the anti-lock speed sensor ring.
- Using the special tools, remove the differential bearings (4221).
- Remove the bolt and remove the differential pinion shaft (4211).
- Remove the differential clutch spring.
- Remove the differential gears.
- Remove the two differential pinion gears (4215).
- Remove the two differential side gears (4236).
- Remove the two differential pinion thrust washers (4230).
- Separate the differential clutch packs and shims from the differential side gears and tag them "right" and "left."
- Clean and inspect the remaining differential components for wear and damage and install new parts as necessary.
- Clean and inspect the differential clutch packs for wear and damage and install new parts as necessary.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the bolt hole threads.
CAUTION:
If removing the anti-lock speed sensor ring (4B409), discard it, and install a new anti-lock speed sensor ring during assembly.
WARNING:
Due to the spring tension, use care when removing the differential clutch spring (4214). Failure to follow these instruction may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
Keep the differential clutch packs (4947) in order. Do not mix them. Always reassemble them in the same sequence.
CAUTION:
Do not use acids or solvents when cleaning the differential clutch packs. Wipe the components only with a clean, lint-free cloth.