Halfshaft Seal - LH: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Sable, 2008 Ford Taurus X, and 2008 Ford Taurus. 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 AND LIFTING article.
Remove the front LH halfshaft. For additional information, refer to FRONT DRIVE HALFSHAFTS article.
Inspect the halfshaft hub for wear or damage and install a new halfshaft if necessary.
1. Inspect the differential seal surface.
2. Inspect the halfshaft bushing surface. If this surface is damaged, inspect the halfshaft bushing for damage.
3. Inspect the differential side gear splines.

Fig 1: Identifying Differential Side Gear Splines, Halfshaft Bushing & Differential Seal

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Using a suitable awl, poke a small hole in the halfshaft seal.

Fig 2: Poking A Small Hole In The Halfshaft Seal Using A Suitable Awl

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Using a suitable dent puller, remove the halfshaft seal.

Fig 3: Removing Halfshaft Seal Using A Suitable Dent Puller

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