Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
8. If necessary, use a screwdriver to force up the metal flange of the pinion seal. Install gripping pliers and strike with a hammer to remove the drive
pinion seal.
Installation
1. If removed, lubricate the lips of the new drive pinion seal with grease.
2. NOTE: If the drive pinion seal becomes misaligned during installation, remove the drive pinion seal and install a new drive pinion seal.
If the drive pinion seal was removed, use the Drive Pinion Oil Seal Installer to install a new drive pinion seal.
3. Inspect the pinion flange seal journal for rust, nicks and scratches prior to installing the pinion flange. Polish the seal journal with fine crocus
cloth, if necessary.
4. Lubricate the pinion flange splines with grease.
5. NOTE: Disregard the index marks if installing a new pinion flange.
Position the pinion flange.
6. Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture and Drive Pinion Flange Installer, install the pinion flange.
7. NOTICE: The color on the rear face of the drive pinion nut is critical to this repair. Use the same color new drive pinion nut for
