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Differential Gear Assembly: Disassembly

  1. 1.

    NOTE: AWD shown in illustration, FWD similar.

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

GFD88732Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 2.

    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).
GFD88733Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 3.

    NOTE: AWD shown in illustration, 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).

GFD88734Courtesy 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.

GFD88735Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

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GFD88736Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

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GFD88737Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY