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PTU Leaks From the RH Side

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NOTE: Remove and replace leaking seals using the information found in the Intermediate Shaft Seal and Deflector  or Cover Seal  replacement procedure. The specified tools called out in this procedure will allow seal replacement without causing damage to the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) casing/drive gear.

If the leak is red automatic transmission fluid, then the PTU intermediate shaft seal needs replacement. This is inside the bore of the PTU shaft behind the deflector. Refer to the Intermediate Shaft Seal and Deflector  procedure.

If the leak is brown/black gear lube, then the PTU larger cover seal needs replacement. This is located on the PTU cover behind the deflector. Refer to Cover Seal  procedure.

Fig 1: Identifying Intermediate Shaft Seal
GF0041486Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 - Intermediate shaft seal (part of kit 7275)
2 - Alignment washer (part of kit 7275)
3 - Cover seal (part of kit 7275)
4 - Seal deflector (part of kit 7275)