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Extension Housing Oil Seal: Removal

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  1. Position the vehicle on a hoist. Place in NEUTRAL. For additional information, refer to JACKING & HOISTING .
  2. NOTE: The output shaft and driveshaft are a balanced assembly.
    Fig 1: Marking Driveshaft Flange And Rear Pinion Flange
    G01608270Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Mark the driveshaft flange and the rear pinion flange for correct alignment during assembly.
  4. Remove the four driveshaft bolts.
    Fig 2: Removing Four Driveshaft Bolts
    G01608271Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Index mark the drive shaft and the extension housing. Separate the driveshaft from the transmission.
    Fig 3: Separating Driveshaft From Transmission
    G01608272Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Using the special tools, remove the extension housing seal.
    Fig 4: Removing Extension Housing Seal Using Special Tools
    G01608273Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.