F 150 4WD Pickup V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1998)
30. Remove the differential pinion bearing.
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Install the Pinion Bearing Cone Remover on the differential pinion bearing assembly.
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Position the Pinion Bearing Cone Remover and the differential pinion bearing assembly in a press and press the bearing off.
31. Remove the drive pinion bearing adjustment shim from the differential pinion gear.
NOTE: Measure the drive pinion bearing adjustment shim (which is found under the differential pinion bearing) with a micrometer and record the
thickness (use this as a reference to compare the shim gauge reading prior to installing the differential pinion bearing).
32. Remove the differential ring gear.
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Remove the ten differential ring gear bolts.
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Use a drift punch to separate the differential ring gear from the differential case.
33. Assemble the Pinion and Carrier Bearing Puller.
