Econoline E550 V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (2002)
3. Rotate the differential case to see if there is any roughness which would indicate damaged bearings or gears.
4. NOTE: There is a space between the anti-lock speed sensor ring and the ring gear for measuring ring gear backface runout.
Position the special tool, and inspect ring gear backlash and ring gear backface runout.
5. CAUTION: Mark the position of the bearing caps as arrows may not be visible. The bearing caps must be installed in their identical locations and
positions.
Loosen the differential case.
1
Remove the bolts.
2
Remove the bearing caps.
6. To simplify removal, fabricate two differential case retaining straps from metal stock as shown.