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Stub Shaft Seal: Removal

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NOTE: The rear drive unit (RDU) does not have stub shaft pilot bearings. It has stub shaft seals only.
  1. Remove the halfshaft assembly. For additional information, refer to REAR DRIVE HALFSHAFTS article.
  2. Using the special tools, remove the stub shaft seal.
  3. Fig 1: Removing Stub Shaft Seal
    GF0024591Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.