Ranger 2WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (1998)
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-MIC75-B.
14. Lubricate the rear axle companion flange splines.
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Use Thermally Stable Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSP-M2C197-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.
16. With the drive pinion in place in the rear axle housing, install the rear axle companion flange using the Companion Flange Replacer.
17. Position the new pinion nut.
18. Use the Companion Flange Holding Tool to hold the rear axle companion flange while tightening the pinion nut.