Axle Shaft Oil Seal: Removal

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Remove axle shaft-to-differential bolts. See Figure . Suspend axle shaft(s) with wire. On 3-Series, remove drive flange with a tire iron. On 5-Series, knock off drive flange with a plastic hammer. On all models, pull out shaft seal with seal puller.

CAUTION: DO NOT damage dust cover on drive flange.