Econoline E550 V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (2002)
13. Remove the top differential side gear and the rear axle disc and plate kit.
14. Turn the differential case so that the flange or differential ring gear side is facing upward. Ease the special tool, differential side gear and rear axle
disc and plate kit out of the differential case.
15. CAUTION: Keep the stack of clutch plates and clutch discs in the exact order as removed.
Remove the retainer clips from both rear axle disc and plate kits to allow separation of the clutch discs and clutch plates for cleaning and
inspection.
16. Inspect the following components.
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The clutch plates and clutch discs for cracks, excessive wear, and distortion. Install an entirely new stack of clutch plates and discs on both
sides if discarding one or more of the clutch plates or clutch discs.
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The differential pinion shaft and the differential case for excessive wear and pitting.
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The differential side gear and differential pinion gear teeth.
Assembly
1. CAUTION: Always install an entirely new stack of clutch plates and discs on both sides if discarding one or more of the clutch plates or clutch
discs.
Soak the clutch packs for 20 minutes in friction modifier.
2. CAUTION: Assemble the rear axle disc and plate kits to the differential side gears in exactly the same order as removed.
Prelubricate the differential side gear thrust faces, and assemble the clutch plates and clutch discs onto the differential side gears.
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Prelubricate each part of both stacks with rear axle lubricant or with friction modifier.
3. Assemble the retainer clips to the clutch plate ears. Both clips must seat completely onto the clutch plate ears.
