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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, REFER to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Separate the 3 brake tube fasteners from the differential housing cover stud bolts.
    Fig 1: Separating Brake Tube Fasteners From Differential Housing Cover Stud Bolts
    G07957461Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the differential housing cover.
    1. Remove the 9 differential housing cover bolts and the 3 differential housing cover stud bolts, and drain the lubricant from the axle housing.
    2. Remove the differential housing cover.
      Fig 2: Locating Differential Housing Cover Bolts And Differential Housing Cover Stud Bolts
      G07957462Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.