Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 601

Fig. 23: Disconnecting Driveshaft Centering Socket Yoke From Rear Axle Pinion Flange
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5. Install a torque wrench on the pinion nut and record the torque required to maintain rotation of the pinion

through several revolutions.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 24: Checking Rotation Torque
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CAUTION: After removal of the pinion nut, discard it. A new nut must be used

for installation.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 25: Removing Pinion Nut
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6. Use a pinion flange holding tool to hold the pinion flange while removing the pinion nut.

7. Mark the pinion flange in relation to the drive pinion stem to ensure correct alignment during installation.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 26: Index Marking Pinion Flange To Drive Pinion Stem
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8. Using the special tools, remove the pinion flange.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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