Ranger 4WD L4-2.3L VIN D (2002)
Install a new rear axle drive pinion seal.
1. Install the outer pinion bearing.
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.
14. NOTE: Coat the lips of the rear axle drive pinion seal with grease.
Place the special tool in the pinion seal bore and drive the rear axle drive pinion seal into place.
15. From inside the rear axle housing, install the drive pinion assembly into the rear axle housing bore.
16. Lubricate the pinion flange splines with lubricant.
17. NOTE: Disregard the scribe marks if a new pinion flange is being installed.
Align the pinion flange with the drive pinion shaft.