Ranger 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
9. Using the 2-Jaw Puller, remove the pinion flange.
Installation
1. Lubricate the pinion flange splines with lubricant.
2. NOTE: Disregard the scribe marks if a new pinion flange is being installed.
Align the pinion flange with the drive pinion shaft.
3. Install the pinion flange using the Drive Pinion Flange Installer.
4. NOTICE: Use the same color new drive pinion nut for installation. If a new collapsible spacer must be installed for preload reduction,
install the nut supplied with the new spacer or damage to the component may occur.
Position the new pinion flange nut.
5. NOTICE: Under no circumstances is the pinion nut to be backed off to reduce preloads or component damage may occur. If reduced
preload is required, a new drive pinion collapsible spacer and pinion nut kit must be installed.
NOTE: Remove the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture while taking preload readings with the Nm (lb-in) torque wrench.
Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture, hold the pinion flange and tighten the pinion nut.
