Section 07-03A: Transmission, Manual, M5OD | 1996 F-Series and Bronco (under 8500 lbs. GVW) with 4.9L and 5.0L Engines Workshop Manual |
Check output shaft for runout by mounting the shaft between V-blocks and applying Dial Indicator with Bracketry TOOL-4201-C to several places along shaft. The standard reading of the indicator for runout should be less than 0.05mm (0.002 inch). If runout exceeds 0.05mm (0.002 inch), replace shaft.