Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 625

Fig. 118: Removing Stabilizer-To-Axle Housing U-Bolts & Nuts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

15. Support the axle housing with a transmission jack.

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Use extra support straps as necessary.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 119: Supporting Axle Housing
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

16. Remove the shock absorber bolts.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 120: Removing Shock Absorber Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

17. Remove the rear spring plate U-bolts.

1. Remove the rear spring plate nuts.

2. Remove the two rear spring plate U-bolts.

3. Remove the rear spring plate.

4. Repeat the procedure for the other side.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 121: Removing Rear Spring Plate
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

18. Lower the axle housing from the vehicle.

19. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY

DIFFERENTIAL CASE & RING GEAR - CONVENTIONAL

Special Tool(s)

CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle

pinion flange pilot. To make sure that the yoke seats squarely on the
flange, tighten the bolts evenly in a cross pattern as shown.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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