Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1997)
NOTE: Outboard shims are used on the Model 35 I.F.S.
6. Install the differential bearings on both hubs of the differential case. Drive the bearing onto the hub using Driver Handle T80T-4000-W and
Differential Bearing Replacer T85M-4221-A.
7. Install the differential bearing on the hub of the drive pinion side of the differential case. Place Step Plate D80L-630-4 or equivalent on the ring
gear side differential bearing to protect the bearing.
NOTE: Dana Model 35 axles use outboard selective spacers.
8. Drive the differential bearing onto the hub of the drive pinion side of the differential case using Driver Handle T80T-4000-W and Differential
Driver Bearing Replacer T85M-4221-A.
9. Install bearing cone on the pinion side of the differential case with Differential Bearing Replacer T85M-4221-A. Place the Pinion Bearing Cone
Replacer T53T-4621-C on the ring gear bearing to prevent damage.
10. Install the differential bearing cups on the bearing cones.
11. Place Differential Housing Spreader TOOL-4000-E or equivalent on the differential case, using Spreading Adapters T9OT-4000-A and suitable
spacers. Install Dial Indicator TOOL-4201-C or equivalent on the carrier housing. Do not spread the housing more than 0.25 mm (0.010 inch).
12. Install the differential case in the carrier housing. If necessary, use a rawhide or plastic hammer to seat the differential case into the carrier housing
cross bore.
NOTE: Be careful to not nick the teeth of the ring gear or drive pinion.
13. With partial and non-hunting/partial ring gear and pinion sets, align the marks on the ring gear and drive pinion if applicable. Some gear sets do
not have marks, depending upon ratio.
14. Remove the spreader and dial indicator from the differential case.
15. Install bearing caps and bolts. Tighten bolts to 64-91 Nm (47-67 ft. lbs.) for the Model 35 and 41-61 Nm (30-45 ft. lbs.) for the Model 28.
