1999 Ford Explorer 1997-99 DRIVE AXLES Differential - Front - 8.8" Ring Gear - Expedition, "F" Series Light Duty, Mountaineer & Navigator
shaft. 8. Rotate side gears until pinion gears are aligned with case opening. Remove pinion gears and thrust washers. Remove side gears with thrust washers. Remove differential case side bearings.
Fig. 4: Spreading Axle Housing Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. CLEANING & INSPECTION 1. Clean all components in solvent. Allow bearings to air dry. Inspect all machined surfaces for smoothness or raised edges. Inspect all gear teeth for wear or chipping and replace as necessary. 2. Check all bearings and races for nicks, roller end wear, grooves or damage. Replace as needed. Check pinion flange for wear in sealing area and replace as necessary. 3. Check differential pinion shaft, pinion gears, side gears and thrust washers for wear or damage. Replace all defective parts. Replace pinion gear and ring gear as a set. REASSEMBLY 1. Install thrust washers on differential side gears. Install differential side gears in differential housing. Helpmelearn November-17-07 10:46:09 AM
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