F 150 4WD Pickup V8-4.6L VIN W (2006)
6. CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components
to disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the
driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
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Using mechanic's wire, position the driveshaft aside.
7. Using a Nm (inch lbs.) torque wrench on the pinion nut, record the torque required to maintain rotation of the pinion gear through several
revolutions.
8. Using the Special tool to hold the pinion flange, remove and discard the pinion nut.
9. Index-mark the pinion flange in relation to the drive pinion stem to make sure of correct alignment during installation.
