Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
PINION BEARING & CUP REMOVAL
1. Using a press and Pinion Bearing Cone Remover T71P-4621-B. remove differential pinion bearing assembly from the rear axle differential pinion.
2. Remove the drive pinion bearing adjustment shim from the drive pinion.
NOTE: Measure the drive pinion bearing adjustment shim, which is found under the differential pinion bearing, with a micrometer and record the
thickness. Use this as a reference to compare the shim gauge reading before installing the bearing.
3. If replacing the differential pinion bearings, tap alternately (with a brass drift of suitable length) on each side of the differential bearing cup during
removal to prevent differential bearing cups from cocking in the carrier bore. Remove differential bearing cups.
NOTE: To make sure bearings are properly seated, clean bores before installing differential pinion bearings.
4. Complete disassembly by performing Differential Case Runout Check.
See: Differential Carrier/Testing and Inspection
Assembly
DRIVE PINION SHIM SELECTION
Perform Drive Pinion Shim Selection procedure before begining assembly. See: Pinion Gear/Adjustments
