Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L VIN E (2002)
3. CAUTION: Do not damage the bolt hole threads.
CAUTION: If removing the anti-lock speed sensor ring, discard it, and install a new anti-lock speed sensor ring during assembly.
Insert a punch in the bolt holes, and drive off the differential ring gear and, if necessary, the anti-lock speed sensor ring.
4. Using the special tools, remove the differential bearings.
5. Remove the bolt and remove the differential pinion shaft.
6. WARNING: Due to the spring tension, use care when removing the differential clutch spring. Failure to follow these instruction can
result in personal injury.
Remove the differential clutch spring.