F 150 4WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 3 (1999)
45. CAUTION: Never attempt to drive the differential bearing shim in place. Permanent damage to the machined axle housing surfaces can
occur.
If removed, position the differential bearing shims.
1
Apply a light coating of Premium Long Life Grease XG-1-C or -K or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B to one side of the
differential bearing shims to help hold them in place.
2
Position the differential bearing shims.
46. NOTE: Push the differential case downward to fully seat the differential bearing cups in the axle housing.
Position the differential case assembly.
1
Position the differential bearing cups on the differential bearings.
2
Lower the differential case assembly in place between the differential bearing shims.
47. Install the bearing caps in their original positions and tighten with the housing still spread.
1
Position the bearing caps.
2
Install the bolts.
3
Remove the special tool.
