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Differential Seals - RH: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
  3. Remove the 7 screws and the underbody cover.
    Fig 1: Locating Underbody Cover Screws
    G06257240Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the drain plug and drain the transmission fluid.
    Fig 2: Locating Drain Plug
    G06275478Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the intermediate shaft. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL (FWD) and/or REMOVAL (AWD) .
  6. Using the Slide Hammer and RH Halfshaft Fluid Seal Remover, remove and discard the RH differential seal.
    Fig 3: Identifying Slide Hammer & RH Halfshaft Fluid Seal Remover
    G06275497Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.