Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E EFI (1997)
7. Remove the differential clutch spring.
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Drive the differential clutch spring half way out of the differential case.
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Rotate the case and remove the differential clutch spring.
WARNING: DUE TO THE SPRING TENSION, CARE MUST BE USED WHEN REMOVING THE DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH
SPRING.
8. Remove the differential gears.
(1) F1TZ-19580-B meeting Ford specifications WSL-M2C192-A to lubricate the differential side gear Remove the two differential pinion gears.
(2) Remove the two differential side gears with clutch packs and shims.
(3) Remove the two thrust washers.
ASSEMBLY
1. Use Motorcraft Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant to lubricate the differential sise gear journals.