Crown Victoria V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2005)
20. Install the RH side differential bearing cap and tighten the differential bearing cap bolts.
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Tighten to 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.)
21. Rotate the differential assembly to make sure it rotates freely.
22. Install the special tools and measure the ring gear backlash.
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If the backlash is within specification, proceed to Step 25.
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If a zero backlash condition occurs, proceed to Step 23.
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If the backlash is not within specification, proceed to Step 24.
23. If a zero backlash condition occurs, add 0.50 mm (0.020 inch) to the RH side shim and subtract 0.50 mm (0.020 inch) from the LH side shim to
allow a backlash indication. Go back to Step 22.