F 250 4WD Super Duty V10-6.8L VIN S (2001)
2. NOTE: Remove all nicks, burrs, dirt, etc. , from the differential case hubs, to allow the bearings to rotate freely.
Place the special tool on the differential case hubs, and position the assembly into the differential housing.
3. NOTE: Use a dial indicator with a minimum travel capability of 5.08 mm (0.200 inch).
NOTE: The rear axle uses a combination of differential bearing shims and selective outboard spacers to control differential case end play. The
old outboard spacers provide a good starting point when setting end play. However, if additional shimming is necessary, beyond what the hardened
differential bearing shims can provide, select and install different thickness outboard spacers.
Mount the special tools as shown. Locate the tip of the Clutch Housing Gauge on a flat surface of one of the bolts.
4. NOTE: Repeat this step and the following step until the same reading appears on the indicator each time. Record the reading. This is the total
differential bearing shim thickness necessary, less preload. The final calculation occurs later during assembly.
Force the differential case as far as possible toward the indicator. With force still applied, set the indicator at 0.
