Mountaineer AWD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2003)
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
7. Fill the axle with the specified quantity of the specified lubricant.
Item 1: Pinion Nut Removal Note
1. Install a Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench on the pinion nut and record the torque necessary to maintain rotation of the drive pinion gear through
several revolutions.
2. CAUTION: After removing the nut, discard it. Always use a new nut for installation.
Use the special tool to hold the rear axle pinion flange while removing the nut.
Item 2: Rear Axle Pinion Flange Removal Note
1. Index-mark the rear axle pinion flange and drive pinion gear to maintain initial balance during installation.
