Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 622

Fig. 106: Index Marking Driveshaft Flange & Pinion Flange
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

3. Remove the bolts.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 107: Removing Differential Cover Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 108: Removing Driveshaft Flange Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle

pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its
components to disconnect the yoke from the flange. Pry only in the
area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the yoke from the
flange.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 109: Disconnecting Driveshaft Centering Socket Yoke From Rear Axle Pinion Flange
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

4. Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion

flange.

5. Remove the brake discs.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup