Differential Carrier: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2018 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the axle shafts and seals. REFER to: Axle Shaft Seal .
- Remove the cotter pin, retainer cap and the RH outer tie-rod end nut.
- Disconnect the RH outer tie rod end and drag link from the wheel knuckle.
Use Special Service Tool: 211-023 (T74P-3044-A1) C-Frame and Screw.
- Remove the 10 bolts and the differential housing cover. Drain the lubricant
- Clean the gasket material from the differential housing and the differential housing cover.
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NOTE: Prior to removal, note the positioning of the stamped mating letters on the bearing caps and the differential housing for correct reassembly.
Remove the bolts and the bearing caps.
- Using a pry bar and the general equipment, remove the differential assembly from the axle housing.
Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block