EITHER 30MILLIMETER 32 OR 36 MILLIMETER I 'vote' for the 30mm - Ford seems to use that size often (Sable/Taurus have 'em too)
Tighten front axle wheel hub retaining nut to 157-212 ft. lbs
Try a 30mm socket.
Axle "beam" - could be the rear, or a front 1/2 axle.Hopefully it's the front because that's a whole lot easier.See "Related Questions" below for more about getting started with replacing a front axle
Yes - the axles are replaceable.See "Related Questions" below for more detail on getting started
157- 213ft lbs
According to the 2001 Ford Ranger Owner Guide : Front Axle Lubricant : ( Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant ) ( 1.7 liters / 3.6 U.S. pints )
yes
Axle nut torque specs are 170-203 ft.lbs
Replace axle on 2001 buick Lesabre
221 ft/lbs
drawing for bearings and seals of front differential axle
what size socket for front axle nut 1991 ford tempo