Ranger 4WD L4-134 2.2L DSL (1983)
Fig. 1 Disassembled view of Ford 6 3/4 inch ring gear axle
DESCRIPTION
This axle can be identified by the 8 cover bolts.The axle, Fig. 1, is an integral design hypoid with the center line of the pinion set below the center line
of the ring gear. The semi-floating axle shafts are retained in the housing by ball bearings and bearing retainers at axle ends.
The differential is mounted on two opposed tapered roller bearings which are retained in the housing by removable caps. Differential bearing preload and
drive gear backlash is adjusted by nuts located behind each differential bearing cup.
The drive pinion assembly is mounted on two opposed tapered roller bearings. Pinion bearing preload is adjusted by a collapsible spacer on the pinion
shaft. Pinion and ring gear tooth contact is adjusted by shims between the rear bearing cone and pinion gear.
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY, REPLACE
1.
Raise vehicle and support at rear frame members.
2.
Drain lubricant from axle.
3.
Mark driveshaft and pinion flange for proper reassembly. Disconnect driveshaft from pinion flange.
4.
Remove wheels, brake drums and both axle shafts as outlined in ``Axle Shaft & Oil Seal, Replace.''
5.
Remove vent tube hose, then remove vent tube from axle housing.
6.
Remove bolt securing hydraulic brake T-fitting from axle housing, then carefully remove the hydraulic brake hose from retaining clip. Carefully
