Mountaineer AWD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2002)
9. Force up on the metal flange of the rear axle drive pinion seal. Uninstall gripping pliers and strike with a hammer until the rear axle drive pinion
seal is removed.
Installation
1. Lubricate the new rear drive pinion seal with grease.
2. CAUTION: If the rear axle drive pinion seal becomes misaligned during installation, remove the rear axle drive pinion seal and install a new
seal.
Using the special tool, install the rear axle drive pinion seal.
3. Inspect the rear axle pinion flange seal journal for rust, nicks and scratches prior to installing the flange. Polish the seal journal with fine crocus
cloth, if necessary.
4. Lubricate the rear axle pinion flange splines.
5. NOTE: Disregard the index marks if installing a new rear axle pinion flange.
Position the rear axle pinion flange.
6. Using the special tools, install the rear axle pinion flange.
