Ford Ranger Maintaince And Repair Manual page 827

3. Remove the rear wheels and brake drums.
4. Drain the rear axle lubricant.
5. For all axles except 3.73:1 and 4.10:1 ratio:
1. Remove the differential pinion shaft lock bolt and differential pinion shaft.
The pinion gears may be left in place. Once the axle shafts are removed, reinstall the pinion shaft and
lock bolt.
2. Push the flanged end of the axle shafts toward the center of the vehicle and remove the
C−lockwasher from the end of the axle shaft.
3. Remove the axle shafts from the housing. If the seals and/or bearing are not being replaced,
be careful not to damage the seals with the axle shaft splines upon removal.
6. For 3.73:1 and 4.10:1 ratio axles:
1. Remove the pinion shaft lock bolt. Place a hand behind the differential case and push out the
pinion shaft until the step contacts the ring gear.
2. Remove the C−lockwasher from the axle shafts.
3. Remove the axle shafts from the housing. If the seals and/or bearing are not being replaced,
be careful not to damage the seals with the axle shaft splines upon removal.
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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION