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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 article.
  2. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
  3. Remove the 7 screws and the underbody cover.
    Fig 1: Locating Underbody Cover Mounting Screws
    G06257240Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the drain plug and drain the transmission fluid.
    Fig 2: Locating Transmission Fluid Drain Plug
    G07786135Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the intermediate shaft. For additional information, refer to FRONT DRIVE HALFSHAFTS article.
  6. Using the Slide Hammer and RH Halfshaft Fluid Seal Remover, remove and discard the RH differential seal.
Fig 3: Removing RH Differential Seal
G06097843Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.