Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
7. Install Dial Indicator with Bracketry TOOL-4201-C or equivalent. Check and note ring gear runout.
8. If the runout is within specification, the original out-of-specification runout was caused by insufficient differential bearing preload. If the runout
exceeds specification, proceed to Step 9.
9. Remove differential case from the rear axle housing.
10. Remove ring gear using a drift that will bottom in ring gear bolt holes. Strike at alternate holes around gear.
11. Install differential case in carrier without ring gear.
