Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E (1999)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear 8.8 Inch Ring Gear
Special Tools
Removal
1. Remove the pinion flange.
2. Ply up on the metal flange of the rear axle drive pinion seal. Install 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.
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Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B.
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.
Use Pinion Seal Replacer to install the rear axle drive pinion seal.
3. Install the pinion flange.
