Drive Pinion: Removal

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Remove the differential case. Refer to Differential Case .
Remove the driveshaft. Refer to DRIVESHAFT - EXCURSION & F250-F550 SUPER DUTY PICKUP .

CAUTION: After removal of the pinion nut, discard it. A new nut must be used for installation.

Fig 1: Removing Pinion Nut Using Special Tool

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Remove the pinion nut using the special tool.
Remove the pinion flange, using the special tool.
- Remove the rear axle drive pinion seal. Refer to Drive Pinion Flange and Drive Pinion Seal .
- Remove the rear axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Pinion Flange, Using Special Tool
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Install the special tool and, with a soft-faced hammer, drive the pinion out of the front bearing cone and remove it through the rear of the housing.

Fig 3: Driving Pinion Out Of Front Bearing Cone
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NOTE: Remove the collapsible spacer and discard it.

Fig 4: Removing Collapsible Spacer

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Use the special tool to remove the pinion bearing.

NOTE: Do not remove the pinion bearing cups from the carrier casting unless the cups are damaged.

Fig 5: Removing Outer Differential Bearing Cup With Special Tools

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Remove the outer differential bearing cup with the special tools.
Remove the inner differential bearing cup with the special tool.

Fig 6: Removing Inner Differential Bearing Cup With Special Tool
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