Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1999)
7. NOTE: This step duplicates final pinion bearing preload.
Tighten the Driver Handle to He specification.
8. NOTE: The special tool muse be offset to obtain an accurate reading.
Rotate the special tool several half-turns to ensure correct seating of the pinion bearings, and position the special tool.
9. Install the special tool.
1
Position the special tool.
2
Install the differential side bearing caps.
3
Install the differential side bearing cap bolts.
10. NOTE: Drive pinion bearing adjustment shims must be flat and clean.
NOTE: A slight drag should be felt for correct shim selection. Do not attempt to force the pinion shim between the Gauge Block and the Gauge
Tube. This will minimize selection of a pinion shim thicker than required, which results in a deep tooth contact in the final assembly of integral
