Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 503

Fig. 191: Engaging Differential Pinion Gears Opposite Differential Side Gears
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

6. Rotate the differential pinion gears to align with the differential pinion shaft bore.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 192: Rotating Differential Pinion Gears To Align With Differential Pinion Shaft Bore
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

7. Insert the differential pinion shaft.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 193: Inserting Differential Pinion Shaft
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE:

If a new pinion shaft bolt is unavailable, coat the threads with Threadlock
(R) and Sealer EOAZ-19554-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification
WSK-M2G351-A5 prior to installation.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 194: Installing Differential Pinion Shaft Bolt
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

8. Install a new differential pinion shaft bolt.

CAUTION: Do not press on the bearing.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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