F 150 4WD Pickup V8-4.6L VIN W (2006)
Flywheel Gear: Service and Repair
Ring Gear
Removal
1. WARNING: This procedure should be carried out only by a correctly equipped and experienced acetylene torch operator. To avoid
personal injury, tongs must be used or insulated gloves worn when handling the heated flywheel ring gear.
1. Remove the flywheel.
2. CAUTION: Tap the flywheel ring gear evenly to prevent binding.
Remove the flywheel ring gear from the flywheel.
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Evenly heat the flywheel ring gear and use a brass drift to drive the flywheel ring gear from the flywheel.
Installation
1. CAUTION: Do not heat the flywheel ring gear beyond 278°C (500°F). Use heat indicating crayons to prevent overheating.
CAUTION: Keep the torch moving to prevent hot spots.
Evenly heat the flywheel ring gear.
2. Install the flywheel ring gear.
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The bevel on the flywheel ring gear must face the rear of the flywheel.
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Using a brass drift, install the flywheel ring gear onto the flywheel.
3. Install the flywheel.
