F 150 Heritage 4WD Pickup V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
rear axle assemblies.
Use a drive pinion bearing adjustment shim as a gauge for shim selection.
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After the correct shim thickness has been determined, remove the special tools.
11. Using the special tools, press the pinion bearing and pinion shim until they are firmly seated on the pinion.
12. Place a new drive pinion collapsible spacer on the pinion shaft against the pinion stem shoulder.
13. CAUTION: Installation without the correct 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.
Install a new outer pinion bearing, rear axle drive pinion seal and rear axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger.
