Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN K SFI (2001)
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(R)axles, use SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-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.
20. CAUTION:
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Do not under any circumstance loosen the nut to reduce preload. If it is necessary to reduce preload, install a new collapsible spacer and nut.
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Remove the special tool while taking preload readings with the Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench.
