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Drive Pinion Flange and Drive Pinion Seal: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT .
  3. Remove and discard the drive pinion flange nut.
    Fig 1: Removing And Discarding Drive Pinion Flange Nut
    G03988391Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using the special tool, remove the drive pinion flange.
    Fig 2: Removing Drive Pinion Flange
    G03988392Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove and, if necessary, discard the drive pinion seal.
    Fig 3: Discarding Drive Pinion Seal
    G03988393Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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