Ranger 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
2. Using the Drive Pinion Oil Seal Installer, install the rear axle drive pinion seal.
3. Lubricate the pinion flange splines with lubricant.
4. NOTE: Disregard the scribe marks if a new pinion flange is being installed.
Align the pinion flange with the drive pinion shaft.
5. Install the pinion flange using the Drive Pinion Flange Fixture.
6. NOTICE: Install a new pinion nut with the same color as the original if not replacing the collapsible spacer. If a new collapsible spacer is
installed, install the nut in the kit or damage to the component may occur.
Position the new pinion nut.
7. NOTICE: Under no circumstances is the pinion nut to be backed off to reduce preload. If reduced preload is required, a new collapsible
spacer and pinion nut kit must be installed or damage to the component may occur.
NOTE: Remove the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture while taking preload readings with the Nm (lb-in) torque wrench.
Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture hold the pinion flange, tighten the pinion nut.
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Rotate the pinion occasionally to make sure the cone and roller bearings are seating correctly.