Econoline E350 1 Ton V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
3. Assemble the rear axle disc and plate kit and differential side gear into the differential case. Make sure the rear axle disc and plate kit stays
assembled to the splines of the differential side gear, and the retainer clip is completely seated into the pocket of the differential case.
NOTE: To prevent the rear axle disc and plate kit from falling out of the differential case, hold in place by hand while repositioning the
differential case on a bench.
4. Reposition the differential case on the bench. Assemble Step Plate into the bottom side gear bore.
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Apply a small amount of Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or -K or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B into the centering
hole of the step plate.
5. Assemble the other differential clutch pack and differential side gear. Install Forcing Nut and Screw to the differential side gear.
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Hold the differential side gear in position by hand.
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Insert the forcing screw down through the top of the differential case, and thread the forcing nut on the screw. The tip of the forcing screw
must contact the step plate.
NOTE: Make sure the differential clutch pack stays assembled to the splines of the differential side gear, and the retainer clips are completely
seated into the pockets of the differential case.
