Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
5. Use drive pinion bearing adjustment shims as the gauge for shim selection. This will minimize errors in attempting to stack feeler gauge stock
together. It will also minimize simple addition errors in calculating correct shim thickness.
NOTE: Drive pinion bearing adjustment shims must be flat. Do not use dirty, bent, nicked or mutilated drive pinion bearing adjustment shims as
a gauge.
6. It is important to feel a slight drag on the drive pinion bearing adjustment shim for correct selection. Do not attempt to force the drive pinion
bearing adjustment shim between the gauge block and the gauge tube. This will minimize selection of a drive pinion bearing adjustment shim
thicker than required which results in a deep tooth contact in final assembly of the axle.
NOTE: The same differential pinion bearing used in this procedure must be used in final assembly of the axle.
7. Place the drive pinion bearing adjustment shims on pinion shaft. Press differential pinion bearing until firmly seated on shaft.
