Differential Carrier: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Ford Pickup and 2011 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the outboard spacer in its original location.
- Assemble the differential bearing cups to the differential bearings.
- Use a rawhide hammer to seat the differential into the differential housing pocket.NOTE: Do not spread the differential housing more than specified or damage to the housing may occur.NOTE: Avoid nicking the ring gear teeth and the anti-lock speed sensor ring during assembly or damage to the component may occur.
Using the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture and Differential Carrier Spreader, spread the differential housing to the specification.
- Install the 2 bearing caps and 4 bolts, aligning the letters with those on the differential housing.NOTE: Match the mating letters as noted during disassembly.
- Tighten to 108 Nm (80 lb-ft).
- Using the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture and Clutch Housing Gauge, measure the differential ring gear and pinion backlash at 3 equally spaced points.
- Install the axle shafts. For additional information, refer to WHEEL HUBS AND BEARINGS - FULL FLOATING AXLE - DANA .
- Apply a continuous bead of sealant to the differential housing cover as shown in illustration.NOTE: Install the differential cover within 15 minutes of applying the silicone or it will be necessary to remove and reapply new sealant.
- Install the differential housing cover and the 10 bolts. Tighten the bolts.
- Tighten alternately and evenly to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
- Fill the axle with the specified type and amount of lubricant.NOTE: If possible, allow an hour before filling with lubricant to make sure the silicone sealant has correctly cured.