Drive Pinion Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. 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 & LIFTING article.
Remove the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT article.
Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture, hold the pinion flange and remove the pinion flange nut.
- Discard the nut.
  
  Fig 1: Holding Pinion Flange Using Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Index-mark the location of the pinion flange to the yoke.

Fig 2: Identifying Index-Mark On Pinion Flange
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the 2 Jaw Puller, remove the pinion flange.

Fig 3: Removing Pinion Flange Using Jaw Puller
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the Converter Seal Remover and Slide Hammer, remove and discard the drive pinion seal.

Fig 4: Removing Drive Pinion Seal Using Torque Converter Fluid Seal Remover And Slide Hammer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.