F 150 2WD Lightning V8-5.4L SOHC SC VIN 3 (2001)
Differential Axle Housing: Service and Repair
Ford 8.8 Inch Rear Axle
Axle Housing
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Mark the driveshaft flange and pinion flange.
4. Remove the four bolts.
5. CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its
components to disconnect the yoke from the flange. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the yoke from the flange.
Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion flange.
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Position the driveshaft out of the way.
6. Remove the axle shafts.
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Wire the brake backing plates or calipers aside. Do not disconnect the brake lines.