F 450 2WD Super Duty V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (2003)
8. NOTE: The special tool must be offset to obtain an accurate reading.
Rotate the special tool several half-turns to ensure proper seating of the pinion bearings, and position the special tool.
9. Install the special tool.
1
Position the special tool.
2
Install the differential side bearing caps.
3
Install the differential side bearing cap bolts.
10. NOTE: Drive pinion bearing adjustment shims must be flat and clean.
NOTE: A slight drag should be felt for correct shim selection. Do not attempt to fierce 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 the final assembly of integral
rear axle assemblies.
Use a drive pinion bearing adjustment shim as a gauge for shim selection.
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After the proper shim thickness has been determined, remove the Gauge Tube.
