Crown Victoria V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2005)
11. If a zero backlash condition occurs, add 0.51 mm (0.020 inch) to the RH side and subtract 0.51 mm (0.020 inch) from the LH side to allow
backlash indication. Measure the backlash. Refer to Measuring Backlash in this procedure.
Backlash not within specification
12. To increase or decrease backlash, remove the differential bearing caps and install a thicker shim and a thinner shim accordingly.
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If backlash is not within the specification, increase the thickness of one differential bearing shim and decrease the thickness of the other
differential bearing shim by the same amount.
13. Rotate the differential assembly several times to verify that the differential bearings seated correctly.
14. Using the special tools, recheck the backlash.
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If backlash is within the specification, refer to Backlash Within Specification in this procedure. If backlash is not within the specification,
repeat Backlash Not Within Specification in this procedure.
