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Differential Bearings: Removal

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  1. Remove the differential carrier assembly. For additional information, refer to Differential Carrier .
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Index-Mark On Driveshaft Centering Socket Yoke And Rear Axle Pinion Flange
    GF0000833Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Index-mark the driveshaft flange and pinion flange for correct alignment during installation.
    3. Fig 2: Locating Driveshaft Flange Bolts
    GF0000834Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the 4 driveshaft flange bolts.
    4. Fig 3: Disconnecting Driveshaft Flange Yoke From Pinion Flange
    G03878446Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components to disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
  4. Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
    • Using mechanic's wire, position the driveshaft aside.
    5. Fig 4: Holding Pinion Flange Using Special Tool
    G03878592Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Discard the nut after removal. Use a new nut during installation.
  5. Use the special tool to hold the pinion flange while removing the drive pinion nut.
    6. Fig 5: Placing Index Marks On Pinion Flange
    GF0000818Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Index-mark the pinion flange and the drive pinion stem for correct alignment during installation.
    7. Fig 6: Removing Pinion Flange Using Special Tool
    G03878593Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Using the special tool, remove the pinion flange.
    8. Fig 7: Forcing Up Rear Axle Drive Pinion Seal Metal Flange Using A Screwdriver
    GF0000835Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Using a screwdriver, force up the rear axle drive pinion seal metal flange.
    9. Fig 8: Removing Drive Pinion Oil Seal
    G03878521Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Using gripping pliers and a hammer, remove the axle drive pinion seal.
  10. Remove the axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger.
    11. Fig 9: Driving Pinion Assembly Out Of Axle Housing Using Special Tool
    G03878595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Using the special tool and a soft-faced hammer, drive the pinion assembly out of the outer pinion bearing and remove it through the rear of the differential housing.
  12. Remove the outer pinion bearing.
    13. Fig 10: Identifying Drive Pinion Collapsible Spacer
    GF0000836Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Remove the drive pinion collapsible spacer and discard it.
    14. Fig 11: Inner Pinion Bearing And Special Tool
    G03878658Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Using the special tool and a suitable press, remove the inner pinion bearing.
    15. Fig 12: Identifying Pinion Bearing Cups
    GF0000837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Using a brass drift, remove the pinion bearing cups by tapping alternately on opposite sides of the bearing cups.
    16. Fig 13: Removing Differential Bearings Using Special Tools (205-D061) & (205-116)
    GF0003084Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Using the special tools, remove the differential bearings.
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