Stub Shaft Seal: 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.

NOTE: There is no bearing for the stud shaft. There is a seal only.

Remove the halfshaft assembly. For additional information, refer to REAR DRIVE HALFSHAFTS article.
Use the Torque Converter Fluid Seal Remover and Slide Hammer to remove the stub shaft seal.

Fig 1: Removing Stub Shaft Seal

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.