Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 593

Fig. 168: Installing Differential Pinion Gears & Differential Pinion Thrust Washers
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

12. Using a soft-faced hammer, install the differential clutch spring.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

Fig. 169: Installing Differential Clutch Spring
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13. Install the differential pinion shaft and install a new differential pinion shaft lock bolt finger-tight.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

Fig. 170: Installing Differential Pinion Shaft & Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

14. Using the special tool, install the differential bearing on the differential case. Repeat for the other side.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

Fig. 171: Installing Differential Bearing On Differential Case
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Make sure that the notches on the case flange and the anti-lock

speed sensor ring are aligned.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup