Differential Seals - LH: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
Remove the transaxle drain plug and drain the fluid.

Fig 1: Transaxle Drain Plug

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the LH halfshaft. For additional information, refer to FRONT DRIVE HALFSHAFTS article.
Using the special tools, remove and discard the LH differential seal.

Fig 2: Removing LH Differential Seal Using Special Tools

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.