Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
5. Loosen differential bearing cap bolts and bearing caps.
NOTE: Arrows face outboard on bearing caps When assembled, the arrows must be pointing in the same direction as before removal with bearing
caps in original positions.
6. Pry out differential case, differential bearing cups and differential bearing shims until loose in the bearing caps. Remove bearing caps and remove
differential case from rear axle housing.
7. Remove differential pinion shaft lock pin and differential pinion shaft.
NOTE: If equipped with Traction-Lok(r) limited slip differential, refer to Differential Clutch for Disassembly procedure. See: Differential Clutch
8. Remove differential side gears, differential pinion gears and differential pinion thrust washers.
9. Inspect the differential bearings and differential bearing cups for damage. If damaged remove the differential bearings using Differential Side
Bearing Puller T77F-4220-B1 and Step Plate T81P-4220-A.
