Differential Carrier: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the differential assembly in the axle housing.

Fig 1: Identifying Differential Assembly In Axle Housing
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the originally removed differential bearing shim on the LH side.

NOTE: Apply pressure toward the LH side to make sure the LH differential bearing cap is seated.

Fig 2: Locating Differential Bearing Cap And Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the LH differential bearing cap and loosely install the 2 differential bearing cap bolts.
Install the original differential bearing shim on the RH side.

Fig 3: Installing Differential Bearing Shim
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the Shim Driver, fully seat the differential bearing shims.

Fig 4: Installing Differential Bearing Shims
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the RH side differential bearing cap and tighten the 4 LH side and RH side differential bearing cap bolts.
- Tighten to 112 Nm (83 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 5: Locating Differential Bearing Cap Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Rotate the differential assembly to make sure it rotates freely.

Fig 6: Rotating Differential Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Adjust the ring and pinion backlash. For additional information, refer to RING GEAR BACKLASH ADJUSTMENT .
Install the axle shafts. For additional information, refer to AXLE SHAFT .