Expedition 4WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 5 (2005)
Special Tool(s)
1. Remove the front drive axle assembly.
2. Remove the axle shafts from the differential assembly.
3. CAUTION: Do not damage the aluminum differential housing while carrying out these procedures.
Using the special tools, mount the differential housing to a work bench.
1
Attach the special tools to the differential housing with four bolts that retain the differential housing cover to the differential housing.
2
Attach the special tools together with two 3/8 inch x 1-1/2 inch bolts.
4. Install the special tools, measure and record the differential ring gear backlash between teeth in four opposing places.
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If the backlash between teeth exceeds the specification of 0.254 - 0.305 mm (0.010 - 0.012 inch), the cause may be a warped ring gear,
differential bearings, or a damaged differential case. To determine the cause of the excessive backlash, remove the dial indicator and proceed
as follows:
5. Install the special tool by placing the spreader pins in the hole in the Differential Housing (Plate) Spreader.
