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Drive Pinion Seal: Installation

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  1. Lubricate the new rear axle drive pinion seal with grease.
  2. Using the special tool, install the rear axle drive pinion seal.
    CAUTION: If the rear axle drive pinion seal becomes misaligned during installation, remove the rear axle drive pinion seal and install a new seal.
    Fig 1: Installing Rear Axle Drive Pinion Seal
    G01291294Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the pinion flange. For additional information, refer to DRIVE PINION FLANGE .