Ford F150 Pickup. Manual - part 537

Fig. 128: Removing Parking Brake Cables 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

4. Disconnect the rear brake anti-lock sensor electrical connector. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 129: Disconnecting Rear Brake Anti-Lock Sensor Electrical Connector 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

5. Mark the driveshaft flange and the rear axle pinion flange for correct alignment during the installation. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 130: Index Marking Driveshaft Flange & Rear Axle Pinion Flange 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

6. Remove the four driveshaft bolts. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 131: Removing Driveshaft Bolts 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle 

pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or ant of its 
components to disconnect the yoke from he flange. Pry only in the 
area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the yoke from the 
flange.

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup