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Differential Case & Ring Gear - Traction-LOK: Disassembly

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  1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing (4141). For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .
  2. Remove the bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing Ring Gear Bolts
    G03434652Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. 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.
    Fig 2: Removing Ring Gear
    G03434653Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Insert a punch in the bolt holes, and drive off the differential ring gear and, if necessary, the anti-lock speed sensor ring.
  4. Using the special tools, remove the differential bearings (4221).
    Fig 3: Removing Differential Bearings
    G03434654Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the bolt and remove the differential pinion shaft (4211).
    Fig 4: Removing Bolt & Differential Pinion Shaft
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    6. 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.
    Fig 5: Removing Differential Clutch Spring
    G03434656Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the differential clutch spring.
  7. Remove the differential gears.
    1. Remove the two differential pinion gears (4215).
    2. Remove the two differential side gears (4236).
    3. Remove the two differential pinion thrust washers (4230).
    Fig 6: Removing Differential Gears
    G03434657Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    8. CAUTION: Keep the differential clutch packs (4947) in order. Do not mix them. Always reassemble them in the same sequence.
    Fig 7: Separating Differential Side Gear Clutch Packs & Shims
    G03434658Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. 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.
    9. CAUTION: Do not use acids or solvents when cleaning the differential clutch packs. Wipe the components only with a clean, lint-free cloth.
  9. Clean and inspect the differential clutch packs for wear and damage and install new parts as necessary.
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