Output Shaft Seal: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using the special tool, install the new output shaft seal.
- Install a new vent cap and filter.
- Install the output flange. For additional information, refer to OUTPUT FLANGE .
CAUTION:
Make sure the output shaft seal, the output shaft seal bore and the output shaft are clean and dry. Do not apply any lubricant to the outer diameter of the output shaft seal or leakage will occur.
NOTE:
Always install a new output shaft seal.
NOTE:
For a fluid leak or seep condition, install a new vent cap and filter.