Expedition 4WD V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1998)
11. To increase or decrease the backlash, remove the bearing caps and install a thicker shim or a thinner shim as shown.
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If the backlash is not within specification, correct by increasing the thickness of one differential bearing shim and decreasing the thickness of
the other differential bearing shim by the same amount.
12. Rotate the differential several times to make sure the differential bearings are properly seated.
13. Use the Dial Indicator with Bracketry to recheck the backlash.
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If the backlash is within specification, go to Step 14. If the backlash is not within specification, repeat Step 9.
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The specification shown is the full allowable range. For the preferred range, refer to Specifications.
