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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1993PICKUP F250, 2D PICKUP, 5.0 N, STANDARD, M5OD-R2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)DRIVELINES & AXLESDIFFERENTIALS & DRIVE AXLESDRIVE AXLE - DANA LIMITED-SLIPOVERHAULDIFFERENTIAL CASEREASSEMBLY (MODEL 70)
1993 Ford Pickup F250, 2D Pickup, 5.0 N, Standard, M5OD-R2
Reassembly (Model 70)
1993 Ford Pickup F250, 2D Pickup, 5.0 N, Standard, M5OD-R2SECTION Reassembly (Model 70)
- Position side gear ring from flange half of case on large socket or similar device so it is about 4" above bench. Coat clutch plates with Hypoid Gear Lubricant (C6AZ-19580-E or ESW-M2C105-A ). Assemble parts in correct order. See Fig 1.
- Install flange half of case over clutch pack and side gear ring. Ensure clutch pack lugs enter slots in case and case bottoms on clutch pack. Hold assembly together and turn upside down.
- Install gear in side gear ring. Install mate shaft and pinions on side gear ring. Align mate shaft and case markings. Install cover half mate shaft and pinions. Align case markings. See Figure.
- Install side gear on pinions. Position side gear ring on side gear and pinions. Assemble clutch pack on side gear. Align clutch plate lugs and install all parts in case. Position cover half of case over assembly.
- Align case marks made during disassembly. Lubricate bolt threads with axle lubricant. Install case bolts. Using both axle shafts, align side gear and side gear ring splines. Tighten case bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ table.
- Remove axle shafts. If properly assembled, each pinion mate cross shaft should be tight on its ramp. If clearance exists, it should not exceed .010" (.254 mm).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.