Extension Housing Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford RV Cutaway, 2005 Ford Econoline, and 2005 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING for E-series, or JACKING & LIFTING - F150 PICKUP .

NOTE: The output shaft and driveshaft are a balanced assembly.

Fig 1: Identifying Driveshaft Flange-To-Pinion Flange Alignment Marks

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Mark the driveshaft flange and the rear pinion flange for correct alignment during assembly.
Remove the four bolts.

Fig 2: Removing Four Bolts
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Remove the driveshaft.

Fig 3: Removing Driveshaft
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Use the special tools, remove the extension housing seal.

Fig 4: Removing Extension Housing Seal
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