Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E EFI (1997)
Companion Flange: Service and Repair
Front
REMOVAL
CAUTION: This operation disturbs the differential pinion bearing preload. This preload must be carefully reset when assembling.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO HOISTING,
JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TURNING OFF THE AIR
SUSPENSION SWITCH LOCATED IN THE REAR JACK STORAGE AREA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN
UNEXPECTED INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE
DURING THESE OPERATIONS.
2.Index the front driveshaft to the companion flange.
3. Disconnect the front driveshaft.
(1) Remove the four bolts and remove the universal joint spider retainers.
(2) Disconnect the front driveshaft.
(3) Position the front driveshaft aside.
NOTE: Do not allow the driveshaft to hang unsupported.
4. Measure the pinion bearing preload.
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Use a beam-type torque wrench to measure the torque required to maintain rotation of the pinion and record the measurement for reference
during installation.