Navigator 4WD V8-5.4L DOHC VIN A (2000)
5. Note: There is a space between the anti-lock speed sensor ring and the ring gear for measuring ring gear backface runout.
Position the special tool, and inspect ring gear backlash and ring gear backface runout.
6. CAUTION: The bearing caps must be installed in their identical locations and positions. Mark each bearing cap before removal.
Loosen the differential case.
1
Remove the bearing cap bolts.
2
Remove the bearing caps.
7. To simplify the installation, fabricate two differential case retaining straps from metal stock as shown.
8. WARNING: Be careful not to allow the differential case to fall.
CAUTION: Place a wood block between the pry bar and the rear axle housing to protect the machined surface from damage.
Use the pry bar and the wood block to remove the differential case from the rear axle housing.
