Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 909

Fig. 545: Material Specification
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Removal

1. Raise the vehicle on the hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING &

HOISTING .

2. Drain the engine oil.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 546: Removing Drain Plug - 4X4
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3. Support the front axle housing with a jack stand.

4. Remove front axle housing support.

Remove the front axle mount bolt.

Remove the axle support bolts.

Remove the axle support.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 547: Removing Front Axle Housing Support - 4X4
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CAUTION: Use care when lowering the front axle housing, or the

vacuum hoses to the axle solenoid may become
disconnected or damaged.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 548: Removing Right & Front Axle Housing Mount Bolt - 4X4
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5. Remove the right and front axle housing mount bolts and lower the axle to allow clearance

for the oil pan to be removed.

6. Remove the oil pan.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup