Crown Victoria V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2005)
30. Install the bearing caps and bolts.
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Tighten to 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.)
31. Using the special tools, recheck the ring gear backlash.
32. Apply marking compound and rotate the differential assembly 5 complete revolutions.
33. Verify an acceptable pattern check.
34. Install the axle shafts.
35. CAUTION: Make sure the machined surfaces on both the axle housing and the differential housing cover are clean and free of oil before
applying the new silicone sealant. The inside of the axle must be covered when cleaning the machined surface to prevent contamination.
Clean the gasket mating surface of the axle and the differential housing cover.
36. Apply a new, continuous bead of sealant to the differential housing cover.
37. NOTE: The differential housing cover must be installed within 15 minutes of application of the silicone, or new sealant must be applied. If
possible, allow 1 hour before filling with lubricant to ensure the silicone sealant has properly cured.
Install the differential housing cover and the differential housing cover bolts.
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Tighten to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)
38. CAUTION: For Traction-Lok axles, first fill the axle with 118 ml. (4 ounces) of friction modifier.
NOTE: Service refill capacities are determined by filling the axle with the proper lubricant to the specified level below the bottom of the filler
hole.
