F 150 2WD V8-4.6L (2008)
3. NOTE: Do not damage the rubber O-rings in the U-washer grooves.
Install the U-washer.
1
Position the U-washer on the button end of the axle shaft.
2
Pull the axle shaft outward.
4. NOTE: If a new differential pinion shaft lock bolt is unavailable coat the threads of the original differential pinion shaft lock bolt with threadlock
prior to installation.
Install the differential pinion shaft.
1
Align the hole in the differential pinion shaft with the differential case lock bolt hole.
2
Install a new differential pinion shaft lock bolt.
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Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
5. Install the rear brake disc.
6. NOTE: Make sure the machined surfaces on both the axle housing and the differential housing cover are clean and free of oil before applying the
new silicone sealant. The inside of the axle must be covered when cleaning the machined surface to prevent contamination.
Clean the gasket mating surface of the axle and the differential housing cover.
7. Apply a new, continuous bead of sealant to the differential housing cover.
