Expedition 4WD V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1998)
Pinion Flange: Service and Repair
Front Drive Axle
Special Tools
REMOVAL
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO HOISTING,
JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TURNING OFF THE AIR
SUSPENSION SWITCH LOCATED IN THE RH KICK PANEL AREA. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN UNEXPECTED
INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS, WHICH CAN RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE DURING THESE
OPERATIONS.
CAUTION: This operation disturbs the differential pinion bearing preload. This preload must be carefully reset when assembling.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front differential support.
1
Remove the front carrier bushing nut and bolt.
2
Remove the front differential support nuts and bolts.
3
Remove the front differential support.