E 150 V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2004)
8. NOTE: The special tool must be offset to obtain an accurate reading.
Rotate the special tool several half-turns to make sure of correct seating of the pinion bearings and position the special tool.
9. Install the special tool.
1. Position the special tool.
2. Install the differential side bearing caps.
3. Install the four differential side bearing cap bolts.
10. NOTE: Drive pinion bearing adjustment shims must be flat and clean.
NOTE: A slight drag should be felt for correct shim selection. Do not attempt to force the pinion shim between the Gauge Block and the Gauge
Tube.
Use a drive pinion bearing adjustment shim as a gauge for shim selection.
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After the correct shim thickness has been determined, remove the special tool.
