Front Axle - 175 FIA: Seal-Pinion: Removal

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Remove propeller shaft and heat shield. (Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT - REMOVAL)

Fig 1: Pinion Flange Nut Removal/Installation
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Using Tool 6958 (2), remove pinion flange nut.

Fig 2: Pinion Flange Removal
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Using Puller 1026 (1), remove pinion flange.

Fig 3: Pinion Seal Removal
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Remove pinion flange seal (1) with suitable screwdriver and discard.