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Differential Gear Assembly: Disassembly

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    NOTE: AWD shown, FWD similar.

    Inspect the differential bearings for damage or excessive wear. Install new bearings if necessary.

GFD84001Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

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    Special Tool(s): Remover/Installer, Front Wheel Hub 204-069 (T81P-1104-C), Puller, Bearing 205-D064 (D84L-1123-A), Step Plate 205-D019 (D80L-630-8) (AWD) or Step Plate 205-D015 (D80L-630-4) (FWD).
GFD84002Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 3.

    NOTE: AWD shown, FWD similar.

    Special Tool(s): Remover/Installer, Front Wheel Hub 204-069 (T81P-1104-C), Puller, Bearing 205-D064 (D84L-1123-A), Step Plate 205-D019 (D80L-630-8).

GFD84003Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 4.

    NOTE: If replacing the ring gear, it is also necessary to replace the transfer shaft.

    Check the differential assembly and the ring gear for damage. Visual check.

GFD84004Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

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GFD84005Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

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GFD84006Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY