F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Rear 10.25 Inch Ring Gear
Disc Brake
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the axle housing cover.
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Drain the lubricant.
4. Remove the rear disc brake rotors.
5. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
1
Remove the differential pinion shaft lock bolt.
2
Remove the differential pinion shaft.
6. Remove the u-washers.
1
Push the axle shafts inboard.
2
Remove the u-washers.
CAUTION: Do not damage the rubber O-rings in the U-washer grooves.
7. Remove the two axle shafts.
CAUTION: Do not damage the inner wheel bearing oil seal.
INSTALLATION
