F 150 Heritage 4WD Pickup V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
4. CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its
components to disconnect the yoke from the flange. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the yoke from the flange.
Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion flange.
5. Install a Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench on the pinion nut, and record the torque required to maintain rotation of the pinion through several
revolutions.
6. Remove the pinion flange and pinion nut.
7. Remove the rear axle drive pinion seal. driveline systems-general information
8. Remove the rear axle drive pinion shaft oil Slinger.
9. Install the special tool and, with a soft-faced hammer, drive the pinion out of the outer pinion bearing and remove the drive pinion through the rear
of the housing.
