Explorer 4WD V8-4.6L VIN W (2002)
Pinion Flange: Service and Repair
Drive Pinion Flange and Drive Pinion Seal
Special Tools
Material
Premium Long Life Grease XG-1-C .......................................................................................................................................................... ESA-M1C75-B
Threadlock and Sealer EOAZ-19554-AA .............................................................................................................................. WSK-M2G351-A5 (type II)
Silicone Brake Caliper Grease & Dielectric Compound ........................................................................................................................... ESE-M1C171-A
Removal
1. Position vehicle on hoist.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
3. CAUTION: Remove the rear brake calipers to prevent drag during the drive pinion bearing preload adjustment.
CAUTION: Do not remove the guide pins or guide pin boots unless a problem is suspected. The guide pins are meant to be sealed for life and
are not repairable. Use brake caliper grease for re-lubing the caliper slide pins. Other greases can swell the guide pin boots, resulting in
contamination and accelerated corrosion and wear of the caliper slide pin mechanism.
