OEM 2005 Ford E-150 Axle Shaft

2005 Ford E-150 Axle Shaft Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the 9.75-inch ring gear axle shaft assembly on 2005 Ford E-150?

  A: Beginning the service and repair of 9.75-inch ring gear axle shaft assembly requires setting the vehicle to NEUTRAL position then hoisting it for maintenance. The first step requires removal of the wheel along with the tire before extracting the differential housing cover. Drain the stored lubricant from the unit. Security of the rear disc brake calipers should follow their detachment from the system before removing the rear brake discs. You must begin the procedure by removing the differential pinion shaft yet keeping the lock bolt and extracting the shaft from its position. A proper U-washer removal requires pushing the axle shafts inboard because damaging the rubber O-ring O-rings creates installation problems. Take out the two axle shafts while preserving the wheel bearing oil seal's state of undamaged condition. At installation time apply grease to the lip of the wheel bearing oil seal then install the two axle shafts from the correct side of the U-washers without harming either the oil seal or rubber O-rings. Place the U-washers against the button terminals of each axle shaft and slowly extend the shafts out from the housing. Insert and secure the differential pinion shaft into position by aligning the horizontal hole with the case lock bolt hole while using a new lock bolt to fasten it. To complete the reinstall install brake discs and calipers while you should cover the differential housing and add specified lubricant to the housing before you install the tire and wheel assembly.