F 250 2WD Pickup V6-4.2L VIN 2 (1998)
11. If the pinion bearing cups are to be replaced, tap alternately (with a brass drift of suitable length) on the opposite side of the cups during removal
to prevent cups from cocking in the casting.
NOTE: Do not remove the pinion bearing cups from the carrier casting unless the cups are damaged.
INSTALLATION
1. Drive the outer pinion bearing cup into the axle housing, using the Pinion Bearing Cup Replacer (Outer) and the Driver Handle.
2. Drive the inner pinion bearing cup into the axle housing, using the Pinion Bearing Cup Replacer (Inner) and the Driver Handle.
3. Make sure the cups are properly seated in their bores.
NOTE: If a feeler gauge of the specification shown in the illustration can be inserted between a cup and the bottom of its bore at any point around
the cup, the cup is not properly seated.
CAUTION: Whenever the cups are replaced, the differential pinion bearings must also be replaced.