F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
12. Install a new rear axle drive pinion seal.
1
Install the outer pinion bearing cone and roller.
2
Install the rear axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger in the rear axle housing.
3
Install the rear axle drive pinion seal on the Pinion Seal Replacer.
CAUTION: Installation without the proper tool can result in early seal failure. If the rear axle drive pinion seal becomes cocked during
installation, remove it and install a new one.
13. Place the Pinion Seal Replacer in the pinion seal bore and drive the rear axle drive pinion seal into place.
NOTE: Coat the lips of the rear axle drive pinion seal with Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification
ESA-M1C75-B.
14. Lubricate the rear axle companion flange splines.
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Use Motorcraft Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A.
15. Align the rear axle companion flange with the drive pinion shaft.
NOTE: Disregard the scribe marks if a new rear axle companion flange is being installed.
