Expedition 2WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1999)
11. NOTE: If runout is within specification, install a new ring gear and pinion. If runout exceeds specification, the ring gear is true and the concern is
due to either a damaged differential case or differential bearings. Inspect the differential bearings. If the differential bearings are not damaged,
replace both the differential case and the differential bearings.
Measure the differential case runout without the ring gear.
1
Rotate the differential case.
2
Check and note the differential case runout.
12. Remove the differential case from the rear axle housing and remove the differential bearings using the special tools.
13. Using the special tool, install the new differential bearings on the differential case.
14. Install the differential case. Position the differential case assembly, including the bearing caps, bolts and shims, in the rear axle housing. Tighten
bearing caps to specification.
