Differential Seals - LH: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. 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 .
Remove the transaxle drain plug and drain the fluid.

Fig 1: Identifying Transaxle Drain Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the LH halfshaft. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL .
Using the special tools, remove and discard the LH differential seal.

Fig 2: Removing LH Differential Seal Using Special Tools
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.