Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 584

Fig. 133: Removing Differential Bearing
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6. Remove the differential pinion shaft lock bolt.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

Fig. 134: Removing Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt
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7. Remove the differential pinion shaft.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

Fig. 135: Removing Differential Pinion Shaft
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

8. Rotate and remove the differential pinion gear and differential pinion thrust washer.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

Fig. 136: Removing Differential Pinion Gear & Differential Pinion Thrust Washer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

9. Remove the differential side gear and the differential pinion thrust washer.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup