Ranger 4WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (2001)
11. Using the special tool, press the pinion bearing until it is firmly seated on the pinion and pinion shim.
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 rear axle drive pinion seal.
1. Install the outer pinion bearing.
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 special tool.
14. NOTE: Coat the lips of the rear axle drive pinion seal with grease.
Place the special tool in the pinion seal bore and drive the rear axle drive pinion seal into place.
