Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1997)
2. Install the center shaft retaining ring.
3. Check the pins and shafts in the planetary assemblies for loose fit and/or complete disengagement. Use a new planetary assembly if either
condition exists. Before installing a planetary assembly, the shaft retaining pins should be checked for adequate staking.
Inspect the pinion gears for damaged or excessively worn teeth.
Check for free rotation of the pinion gears.
Inspect the overdrive one-way clutch inner race for scoring.
Check pinion bearing and gears.
Inspect the inner and outer races for scored or damaged surface areas where the rollers contact the races.
Inspect the needle bearing on the nose of the overdrive planetary gear carrier assembly.
CAUTION: Planetary's must be replaced. Do not restake.
NOTE: Individual parts of the planetary carriers are not serviceable.
