F 250 4WD LD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
13. If necessary, remove the shift lever assembly and the shift fork assembly.
(1) Drive the roll pin through the shift fork.
(2) Remove the (A) shift lever assembly and the (B) shift fork assembly.
NOTE: Clearance is provided in casting for roil pin removal.
14. Remove the axle shaft.
(1) Reposition the carrier assembly in the Bench Mounted Holding Fixture.
(2) Remove the axle shaft snap ring.
(3) Remove the axle shaft.
15. Install the Housing Spreader Adapter (A) (left) and (B) (right).
CAUTION: Housing spreader adapter bolts have a minimum thread engagement.
16. Position Carrier Housing Spreader on the spreader adapters.
