E 250 V10-6.8L VIN S (2005)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
8.8-Inch Ring Gear
Axle Shaft
Material
Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the differential housing cover and drain the lubricant.
4. CAUTION: Never allow the rear disc brake caliper to hang from the brake hose. Provide suitable support.
Remove the brake caliper and disc.
5. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
1. Remove and discard the differential pinion shaft lock bolt.
2. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
6. CAUTION: Do not damage the rubber O-ring in the axle shaft groove.
Remove the U-washer.
1. Push the axle shaft inward.
2. Remove the U-washer.