Ford F150 Pickup. Manual - part 606

Fig. 43: Identifying Special Tool(s) (3 Of 3) 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

Removal 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup

  

1. Remove differential case (4204). For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .  

2. Mark the driveshaft flange and the pinion flange for correct alignment during installation. 

Fig. 44: Index Marking Driveshaft Flange & Pinion Flange 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

3. Remove the four driveshaft bolts, and disconnect the driveshaft. Wire the driveshaft out of the way. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 45: 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 any of its 
components to disconnect the yoke from the 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 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup

  

Fig. 46: Disconnecting Driveshaft Centering Socket Yoke From Rear Axle Pinion Flange 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

4. Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion 

flange.  

5. Install a N.m (inch-pound) torque wrench on the pinion nut, and record the torque required to maintain 

rotation of the pinion through several revolutions. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-inch - F150 Pickup