Item 24: Differential Bearings Assembly Note

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Install the differential shims and the differential bearing.
1. Position the differential shims and the differential bearing.
2. Using a suitable press, install the differential bearing.
  - Repeat this step for opposite side of the differential case.
  - Most axles will have the larger amount of shims on the ring gear side and the smaller amount on the case side.
Fig 1: Installing Differential Bearing
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.