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Drive Pinion Seal: Removal

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  1. Remove the pinion flange. Refer to DRIVE PINION FLANGE .
  2. Force up on the metal flange of the rear axle drive pinion seal. Install gripping pliers and strike with a hammer until the rear axle pinion seal is removed.
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Axle Pinion Seal
    G02192474Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.