F 250 4WD Super Duty V10-6.8L VIN S (2001)
3. Remove the pinion seat.
4. CAUTION: Position a block of wood under the pinion to avoid damage to the gear teeth.
NOTE: The outer bearing is press fit.
Press the pinion through the outer pinion bearing, and remove the pinion.
5. Remove the pinion preload spacer.
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Measure and record the spacer thickness. Set the spacer aside for use in assembly.
6. If reusing the gear set, remove the inner pinion bearing with a suitable puller.