Stub Shaft Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The Rear Drive Unit (RDU) does not have stub shaft pilot bearings. It has stub shaft seals only.

Remove the halfshaft. For additional information, refer to REAR DRIVE HALFSHAFTS article.
Using the Torque Converter Fluid Seal Remover and Slide Hammer, remove the stub shaft seal.

Fig 1: Removing Stub Shaft Seal Using Torque Converter Fluid Seal Remover And Slide Hammer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.