Ford Explorer: Rear Drive Axle/Differential / Disassembly and Assembly - Differential Carrier

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Chassis / Driveline / Rear Drive Axle/Differential / Disassembly and Assembly - Differential Carrier

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

205-1016
Installer, Differential Bearing
TKIT-2014D-ROW2
TKIT-2014D-FL_ROW
205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
Handle
Two Leg Puller

DISASSEMBLY

  1. Remove the differential carrier.
    Refer to: Differential Carrier (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, Removal and Installation).
  1. Both side.
    Using the general equipment, remove and discard the differential bearings.
    Use the General Equipment: Two Leg Puller
  1. NOTICE: Make sure the mating surfaces are clean and free of oil, dust and debris.

    NOTE: Use solvent and Scotch-Brite® pads to remove.

    Clean and inspect the differential carrier bearing mating surface.

ASSEMBLY

  1. Both side.
    Using the special tool, install the new differential bearings.
    Use Special Service Tool: 205-1016  Installer, Differential Bearing. , 205-153 (T80T-4000-W)  Handle.
  1. Check the differential ring gear backlash.
    Refer to: Ring Gear Backlash Adjustment (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, General Procedures).
  1. Install the differential carrier.
    Refer to: Differential Carrier (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, Removal and Installation).

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