Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 508

Fig. 12: Removing U-Washers
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6. Remove the U-washers (4N237).

1. Push the axle shafts (4234) inboard.

2. Remove the U-washers.

CAUTION: Do not damage the wheel bearing oil seal (1177).

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 13: Removing Axle Shafts
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7. Remove the two axle shafts.

Installation

1. Lubricate the lip of the wheel bearing oil seal with grease.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 14: Lubricating Lip Of Wheel Bearing Oil Seal
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

2. Install the two axle shafts.

CAUTION: Do not damage the wheel bearing oil seal.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 15: Installing Axle Shaft
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Do not damage the rubber O-rings in the U-washer grooves.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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