Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2004)
Insert a punch in the bolt holes, and drive off the differential ring gear and, if necessary, the anti-lock speed sensor ring.
10. If the differential ring gear backlash variation between teeth measurement, taken at the beginning of this procedure, did not exceed the
specification, proceed to Step 14. If the differential ring gear backlash variation between teeth measurement, taken at the beginning of this
procedure, exceeded the specification, the cause may be a warped differential ring gear, differential case/differential bearing damage. Proceed as
follows to verify the cause of the excessive backlash variation between teeth.
11. NOTE: Visually inspect the differential bearing cups and cones for discoloration indicating bearing overheating or failure.
Position the differential assembly, including the differential bearing cups and all the differential bearing shims as removed, in the differential
housing. Install the bearing caps and the bolts.
12. Position the special tool.
1. Rotate the differential case to verify that the differential bearings have seated correctly.
2. Position the special tool.
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Make sure there is no differential case endplay.
