Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E (1999)
27. Position the special tool.
28. Force the differential ring gear into mesh with the pinion gear (zero backlash). With force still applied, set the special tool to zero.
29. Force the differential ring gear away from the pinion gear as far as possible. Record the reading on the Differential Bearing Shim Selection
Procedure Worksheet, Line D in this procedure.
30. Remove the special tool.
