Drive Pinion Seal: Installation

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.

NOTE: Make sure that the mating surface is clean before installing the new seal.

Fig 1: Installing Drive Pinion Seal Using Pinion Seal Replacer

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the Pinion Seal Replacer, install the drive pinion seal.

NOTE: Lubricate the pinion flange splines with grease.

Fig 2: Identifying Index-Mark On Pinion Flange

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Line up the index marks and position the pinion flange.
Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture, install the new pinion flange nut.
- Tighten to 244 Nm (180 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 3: Installing Pinion Flange Nut
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT article.