F 350 4WD Super Duty V10-6.8L VIN S (2004)
3. Remove the pinion seal.
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.
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.