F 250 4WD LD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
7. Install Gauge Tube.
(1) Position the gauge tube and paper shipping tags.
(2) Install the differential bearing caps.
(3) Install the bolts.
8. Use a drive pinion bearing adjustment shim as a gauge for shim selection.
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The pinion bearing adjustment shim is checked between the gauge block and the gauge tube.
NOTE:
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Drive pinion bearing adjustment shims must be flat and clean.
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A slight drag should be felt for correct shim selection. Do not attempt to force the pinion shim between the gauge block and the gauge tube.
This will minimize selection of a pinion shim thicker than required, which results in a deep tooth contact in final assembly of integrate rear
axle assemblies.
9. Install the pinion bearing.
(1) Place the drive pinion bearing adjustment shim on the pinion.
(2) Using a (A) press and (B) Pinion Bearing Cone Replacer, press the differential pinion bearing until it is firmly seated on the pinion.
NOTE: The same pinion bearing used in this procedure must be used in final axle assembly.
