Town Car V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
NOTE: Do not use cleaning solution on clutch plate surfaces. Wipe clean only.
ASSEMBLY
1. Install the differential side gear differential clutch packs and the rear axle differential clutch shim.
2. Place the differential pinion gears and differential pinion thrust washers 180° apart on the differential side gears.
3. Rotate differential pinion gears until they are aligned with the differential pinion shaft hole.
4. Hold the differential clutch spring up to the differential case window. Using a soft-faced hammer, hammer the differential clutch spring into
position.
NOTE: Inspect the differential clutch spring for damage.
5. Install the axle shafts and U-washers into position. Push the axle shaft outboard as far as possible.
6. Install differential pinion shaft so hole in shaft aligns with case lock pin hole.
7. Install the differential pinion shaft lock pin. Tighten differential pinion shaft lock pin to 20-41 Nm (15-30 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: Differential pinion shaft lock pin should be replaced with a new pin. If a new differential pinion shaft lock pin is not available, coat
threads with Stud and Bearing Mount EOAZ-19554-BA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G349-A1 and tighten to specification.
8. Install the rear disc brake rotors, rear disc brake calipers and wheels.
9. Using Silicone Rubber D6AZ-19562-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M4G195-A, install the rear axle housing cover assembly
and bolts. Tighten to 34-47 Nm (25-34 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: Make sure carrier face and axle housing cover are clean and free of old sealant before installing new silicone sealant. Axle housing
cover must be installed within 15 minutes of applying sealant.
10. Add 118 ml (3.98 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A. Fill with SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or -KL or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A,6 to 14 mm (1/4 to
9/16 inch) from the bottom of the fill hole with the axle in the running position. Install the oil filler plug. Tighten to 20-41 Nm (15-30 ft. lbs.).
11. Perform the Traction-Lok Operational Check to make sure the unit is within specification.
