F 150 4WD Pickup V8-281 4.6L VIN W EFI (1997)
Output Shaft: Service and Repair
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the (A) transmission input shaft pilot bearing, the (B) bearing outer snap ring, the (C) third and fourth synchronizer spacer and the (D)
thrust bearing.
2. Remove the (A) third/fourth synchronizer, the (B) third gear synchronizer blocking ring, the (C) third gear and the (D) gear bearing.
3. Use an (A) arbor press to remove the (B) output shaft center bearing, the (C) first gear, the (D) first/second synchronizer, the (E) first/second
synchronizer blocking rings, and the (F) second gear.
CAUTION: Make sure that the output shaft flange does not contact or ride up onto the press cradle. Improper positioning can result in
component damage.
ASSEMBLY
1. Use (A) Dial Indicator with Bracketry to check the (B) output shaft runout.
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Check runout in several places along the output shaft. If runout exceeds specification, replace the shaft.