F 150 Heritage 4WD Pickup V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
11. Using a press and the special tools, press the pinion bearing until it is firmly seated on the pinion and pinion shim.
12. Place a new collapsible spacer on the pinion shaft against the pinion stem shoulder.
13. 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.
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 special tool.