Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 539

Fig. 136: Removing U-Bolt & Rear Spring Plate
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

12. Lower the axle from the vehicle.

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

pinion flange pilot. Make sure that the yoke seats squarely on the
flange, tighten the bolts evenly in a cross pattern as shown.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 137: Driveshaft Flange Bolt Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

13. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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For brake caliper/backing plate torques, refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY

DIFFERENTIAL CASE & RING GEAR - CONVENTIONAL

Special Tool(s)

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 138: Identifying Special Tool(s)
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Disassembly

1. Remove the differential case (4204). For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .

2. Remove the ring gear bolts.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 139: Removing Ring Gear Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

3. Insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive the ring gear off.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup