F 150 Super Crew 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (2003)
Ring Gear: Service and Repair
Ring Gear
Removal
WARNING: This procedure should be carried out only by a properly equipped and experienced acetylene torch operator. To avoid personal
injury, tongs must be used or asbestos 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
WARNING: This procedure should be carried out only by a properly equipped and experienced acetylene torch operator. To avoid personal
injury, tongs must be used or asbestos gloves worn when handling the heated flywheel ring gear.
1. CAUTION: Do not heat the flywheel ring gear beyond 278°C (500°F). Use heat indicating crayons to prevent over-heating.
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 rear tints the flywheel
3. Install the flywheel.
