Expedition 4WD V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1998)
20. CAUTION: Wood blocks must be used to avoid front axle housing damage.
Remove the differential case from the front axle housing.
1
Position the wood blocks.
2
Use two pry bars and push down on the pry bars.
3
Remove the differential case.
4
Remove Differential Housing Spreader.
21. Mark the front axle universal joint flange and index it to the pinion stem.
1
Reposition the front axle housing in the Bench Mounted Holding Fixture.
2
Mark the front axle universal joint flange and index it to the pinion stem.
22. Install the Companion Flange Holding Tool with bolts, and loosen the pinion nut.
23. With the pinion nut still engaged by a few threads, install the 2-Jaw Puller and remove the front axle universal joint flange.
