Ranger 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
5. NOTICE: Do not, under any circumstance, loosen the nut to reduce preload. If it is necessary to reduce preload, install a new collapsible
spacer and nut kit or damage to the component may occur.
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 to hold the pinion flange, tighten the nut.
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Rotate the pinion occasionally to make sure the differential pinion bearings seat correctly. Take frequent differential pinion bearing preload
readings by rotating the pinion with a Nm (lb-in) torque wrench.
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If the preload recorded prior to disassembly is lower than the specification, tighten the nut to specification. If the preload recorded prior to
disassembly is higher than the specification, tighten the nut to the original reading as recorded.
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Refer to torque specifications in the Specifications.
6. NOTE: Align the index marks.
NOTE: If new bolts to retain the driveshaft to the axle are not available, coat the threads of the original bolts with threadlock.
NOTE: The driveshaft flange fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. To make sure that the driveshaft flange seats squarely on the pinion
flange, tighten the bolts evenly in a cross pattern.
Position the driveshaft flange on the pinion flange with the index marks aligned, and install the bolts.
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Tighten to 112 Nm (83 lb-ft).
7. Install the brake drums.
8. Install the rear wheel and tire.