Excursion 4WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (2001)
5. Force the differential case as far as it will go in the opposite direction. Record the total differential case end play reading.
6. After making sure the reading is correct, remove the special tools and the differential from the differential housing. Do not remove the Master
Bearings from the differential case at this time.
Pinion Ring Gear Variation Number
NOTE: If so equipped, install a new pinion shaft oil slinger if bent or mutilated.
NOTE: The differential ring gear and pinion is only available in a matched set. Matching numbers etched on both the differential ring gear and pinion
are for verification. If installing a new differential ring gear and pinion, verify these numbers match before proceeding with assembly. The end of the
pinion with the etched figures is the "button" end.
NOTE: Use the gear contact pattern method to verify the final pinion position is valid.
1. Shim the pinion as follows:
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Etched on the button end of each pinion is a zero (0), or a plus (+) or minus (-) with a number. This number indicates the best running position
