Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1999)
Pinion Flange: Service and Repair
Front Drive Axle
UNIVERSAL JOINT FLANGE-FRONT
Special Tools
Removal
WARNING: The electrical 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 pinion bearing preload. Carefully reset the preload during assembly.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front differential support.
1
Remove the nut and bolt.
2
Remove the nuts and bolts.
3
Remove the front differential support.
