Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L VIN E (2002)
15. From inside the differential housing, install the drive pinion assembly (drive pinion, shims, bearing, and the collapsible spacer) into the carrier
bore.
16. Lubricate the pinion flange splines.
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For conventional axles, use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or equivalent meeting Ford specification
WSP-M2C197-A.
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For Traction-Lok axles, use SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant FITZ-19580-B or equivalent meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192-A.
17. NOTE: Disregard the index marks if installing a new pinion flange.
Position the pinion flange.
18. Using the special tool, install the pinion flange.
19. Position the new nut.
