Halfshaft Seal - RH, Front Wheel Drive (FWD): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. 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 .
Remove the RH front wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
Remove the RH halfshaft. For additional information, refer to FRONT DRIVE HALFSHAFTS .
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 And Halfshaft Bushing Surface
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using a suitable awl, poke a small hole in the halfshaft seal.

Fig 2: Poking Small Hole In Halfshaft Seal Using Suitable Awl
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using a suitable dent puller, remove the halfshaft seal.

Fig 3: Removing Halfshaft Seal Using Suitable Dent Puller
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.