Thunderbird V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
5. Using Gear Rotator, rotate differential pinion gears until differential pinion gears and differential pinion thrust washers can be removed.
6. Remove differential side gears, differential clutch packs and rear axle differential clutch shims from RH and LH cavities and tag them "RH" and
"LH."
7. Clean and inspect all parts for wear or damage. Replace as necessary.
NOTE: Do not use cleaning solvents on friction plate surfaces. Wipe clean only.
8. Adjust clutch pack preload.
ASSEMBLY
1. Lubricate all parts with Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or -KL or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A. Soak all
friction plates in Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for 15 minutes prior to
assembly.
2. Mount the differential case in a soft-jaw vise and place the differential clutch packs and differential side gears in their proper cavities in the
differential case.
3. Place the differential pinion gears and differential pinion thrust washers on the differential side gears.
