Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1999)
Use the pry bar and the wood block to remove the differential case from the rear axle housing.
7. Remove the 10 ring gear bolts.
8. CAUTION: Care should be taken not to damage the ring bolt hole threads.
CAUTION: The anti-lock speed sensor ring cannot be reused once removed.
Insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive off the ring gear and, if necessary, the anti-lock speed sensor ring.
9. Install the differential case.
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Position the differential case assembly, including the bearing cups and shims, in the rear axle housing. Install the differential bearing caps and
the differential cap bolts.
10. Position the Dial Indicator with Bracketry.
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Rotate the differential case to make sure the differential bearings are correctly seated.
