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Drive Pinion Flange and Drive Pinion Seal: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
    2. NOTE: The wheels and disc brake calipers must be removed to prevent brake drag during drive pinion bearing preload adjustment.
    Fig 1: Removing Disc Brake Caliper Bolts
    G03944168Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the disc brake caliper bolts and disc brake caliper.
    • Using mechanic's wire, position aside the disc brake caliper.
  3. Remove the brake disc.
    Fig 2: Removing Brake Disc
    G03913262Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Index-mark the driveshaft flange and pinion flange for correct alignment during installation.
    Fig 3: Identifying Index-Mark On The Driveshaft Flange And Pinion Flange For Correct Alignment During Installation
    G03884149Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the 4 driveshaft flange bolts.
    Fig 4: Removing 4 Driveshaft Flange Bolts
    G03878515Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components to disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
    Fig 5: Using Suitable Tool To Disconnect Driveshaft Centering Socket Yoke From Pinion Flange
    G03878446Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the pinion flange.
    • Using mechanic's wire, position the driveshaft aside.
  7. Using a Nm (lb-in) torque wrench on the pinion nut, record the torque required to maintain rotation of the pinion gear through several revolutions.
    Fig 6: Using Nm (lb-in) Torque Wrench On Pinion Nut
    G03883968Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Using the special tool to hold the pinion flange, remove and discard the pinion nut.
    Fig 7: Using Special Tool To Hold Pinion Flange And Remove Pinion Nut
    G03878592Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Index-mark the pinion flange in relation to the drive pinion stem to make sure of correct alignment during installation.
    Fig 8: Identifying Index-mark on pinion flange in relation to drive pinion stem to make sure of correct alignment
    G03878652Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Using the special tool, remove the pinion flange.
    Fig 9: Removing Pinion Flange Using Special Tool
    G03878593Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Force up on the metal flange of the drive pinion seal. Install gripping pliers and strike with a hammer until the drive pinion seal is removed.
    Fig 10: Installing Gripping Pliers And Striking With A Hammer Until Drive Pinion Seal Is Removed
    G03878521Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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