Econoline E350 1 Ton V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
12. Install a new rear axle drive pinion seal.
1. Install the outer pinion bearing cone and roller.
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 Pinion Seal Replacer.
CAUTION: Installation without the proper 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
13. Place the Pinion Seal Replacer in the pinion seal bore and drive the rear axle drive pinion seal into place.
NOTE: Coat the lips of the rear axle drive pinion seal with Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification
ESA-M1C75-13.
14. Lubricate the rear axle companion flange splines.
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Use Motorcraft Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A.
15. Align the rear axle companion flange with the drive pinion shaft.
NOTE: Disregard the scribe marks if a new rear axle companion flange is being installed.