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Differential Bearings: Removal

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  1. Remove the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT .
  2. Remove the differential carrier assembly. For additional information, refer to Differential Carrier .
  3. Using the Differential Bearing Remover and Step Plate, remove the 2 differential bearings.
    4. Fig 1: Removing Differential Bearings
    GF0003081Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Discard the nut after removal. Use a new nut during installation.
  4. Use the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture to hold the pinion flange while removing the drive pinion nut.
    5. Fig 2: Using Special Tool 205-126 To Hold Pinion Flange While Removing/Installing Drive Pinion Nut
    GF0015351Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Index-mark the pinion flange and the drive pinion stem for correct alignment during installation.
    6. Fig 3: Identifying Index-Mark On Drive Pinion Stem
    GF0015352Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Using the 2-Jaw Puller, remove the pinion flange.
    7. Fig 4: Removing Pinion Flange Using Special Tool 205-D072
    GF0015353Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Using a screwdriver, force up the rear axle drive pinion seal metal flange.
    8. Fig 5: Forcing Up The Rear Axle Drive Pinion Seal Metal Flange
    GF0000835Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Using gripping pliers and a hammer, remove the axle drive pinion seal.
    9. Fig 6: Removing Drive Pinion Oil Seal And Slinger
    G03878521Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger.
  10. Install the Drive Pinion Thread Protector. Using a soft-faced hammer, drive the pinion assembly out of the axle housing.
    11. Fig 7: Driving Pinion Assembly Out Of Axle Housing Using Special Tool (205-460)
    G03878595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Remove the outer pinion bearing.
  12. Remove the drive pinion collapsible spacer and discard it.
    13. Fig 8: Identifying Drive Pinion Collapsible Spacer
    GF0000836Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Using the Bearing Puller and a suitable press, remove the inner pinion bearing.
    14. Fig 9: Inner Pinion Bearing & Special Tool (205-D064)
    G03878658Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Using a brass drift, remove the pinion bearing cups by tapping alternately on opposite sides of the bearing cups.
    15. Fig 10: Removing Differential Bearings
    GF0003081Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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