E 150 1/2 Ton Van V6-4.2L VIN 2 (1997)
9. Use a (A) press and (B) Pinion Bearing Cone Replacer to press the differential pinion bearing until it is firmly seated on the pinion and pinion
shim.
10. Place a new (A) collapsible spacer on the pinion shaft against the (B) pinion stem shoulder.
11. From inside the rear axle housing, install the drive pinion assembly (drive pinion, shims, rear bearing cone and roller, and differential drive pinion
collapsible spacer) into the rear axle carrier bore.
12. Install a new pinion seal.
(1) Install the front pinion bearing cone and roller
(2) Install the oil slinger in the axle housing.
(3) Install the (A) pinion seal on the (B) Pinion Seal Replacer.
CAUTION: Installation without the proper tool can result in early seal failure. If the pinion seal becomes cocked during installation, remove it
and install a new one.
13. Install the rear axle companion flange.
14. Install differential case in the rear axle differential carrier.
15. Install the axle shafts.
16. Install the axle housing cover and refill the axle with specified lubricant.
17. Install the driveshaft.
