Output Shaft Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Sable, 2009 Ford Taurus X, and 2009 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 exhaust flexible pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM article.

NOTE: Index-mark both the driveshaft flanges for installation.

Remove the 4 driveshaft-to-Power Transfer Unit (PTU) output flange bolts. Disconnect the driveshaft from the PTU and position it aside.
- Using mechanic's wire, support the driveshaft.

NOTE: Rotational torque of the PTU rear output shaft flange must be measured and recorded using a Nm (lb-in) torque wrench for correct pinion bearing preload when reassembled. This will be the torque-to-turn measurement.

Using a suitable torque wrench, measure and record the rotational torque.

Fig 1: Measuring Rotational Torque Using A Suitable Torque Wrench

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture, hold the output pinion flange. Remove and discard the pinion nut.

Fig 2: Holding Output Pinion Flange Using Special Tool (205-126)

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NOTE: Index-mark the output pinion flange to the pinion shaft.

Using the Output Flange Remover, remove the output pinion flange.

Fig 3: Removing Output Pinion Flange Using Special Tool (307-523)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove and discard the output shaft seal deflector.
Remove and discard the output shaft seal.
Remove and discard the collapsible spacer.