F 250 4WD LD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
15. Install the Dial Indicator with Bracketry.
16. Check the ring gear runout.
1
Rotate the differential.
2
Check and record the reading.
NOTE: See the specification chart for maximum ring gear runout.
17. If the runout is within specification, the original out-of-specification runout was caused by insufficient bearing preload. If the runout exceeds the
specification, go to Step 18.
18. Remove the bearing caps.
1
Remove the bolts.
2
Remove the bearing caps.
19. Remove the differential case from the housing.
