F 150 4WD Pickup V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1998)
44. Measure the ring gear backlash.
1
Mount the Dial Indicator on the indicator base.
2
Position the indicator needle and zero the indicator.
3
Turn the ring gear without turning the pinion gear and record the measurement.
NOTE: Measure the ring gear backlash at four places to obtain consistent reading. If backlash is not within specification, correct by
increasing the thickness of one differential bearing shim and decreasing the thickness on the other differential bearing shim by the same
amount.
45. To increase the backlash, install the thicker differential bearing shim and the thinner differential bearing shim as shown.
46. To decrease backlash, install the thicker differential bearing shim and the thinner differential bearing shim as shown.
47. Lubricate and install the shift lever 0-ring.
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Use Ford Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A or WA-10 or equivalent meeting Ford specification
ESE-M1C171-A.
