Extension Housing Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. 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.

NOTE: The output shaft and driveshaft are a balanced assembly.

Mark the driveshaft flange and the rear pinion flange for correct alignment during assembly.

Fig 1: Marking Driveshaft Flange And Rear Pinion Flange

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Remove the 4 bolts.

Fig 2: Locating Driveshaft Bolts

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Remove the driveshaft.

Fig 3: Locating Driveshaft

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Use the special tools, remove the extension housing seal.

Fig 4: Removing Extension Housing Seal

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