Econoline E350 1 Ton V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Ford
8.8 Inch Ring Gear
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the axle housing cover and drain the lubricant.
4. Remove the rear brake drums.
5. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
1. Remove the differential pinion shaft lock bolt.
2. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
6. Remove the u-washers.
1. Push the axle shafts.
2. Remove the u-washers.
CAUTION: Do not damage the rubber O-rings in the axle shaft grooves.
7. Remove the two axle shafts.
CAUTION: Do not damage the inner wheel bearing oil seal.
INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate the lip of the inner wheel bearing oil seal.
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Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B.
