Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 462

Fig. 23: Removing Differential Case With Bearing Cups & Shims
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18. Install the ring gear and the differential assembly. For additional information, refer to AXLE-FRONT

DRIVE .

IN-VEHICLE REPAIR

DRIVE PINION SEAL

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch - F150 Pickup

Special Tool(s)

Fig. 24: Identifying Special Tool(s)
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Removal

1. Remove the front axle universal joint flange. For additional information, refer to UNIVERSAL JOINT

FLANGE - FRONT .

CAUTION: Do not damage the front axle housing.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 25: Removing Pinion Seal
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2. Remove the pinion seal.

Installation

1. Clean the pinion seal bore, and use the Pinion Seal Replacer to install the pinion seal.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 26: Installing Pinion Seal
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2. Install the front axle universal joint flange. For additional information, refer to UNIVERSAL JOINT

FLANGE - FRONT .

UNIVERSAL JOINT FLANGE - FRONT

Special Tool(s)

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Front Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch - F150 Pickup