Stub Shaft Seal: 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.

NOTE: The Rear Drive Unit (RDU) does not have stub shaft pilot bearings. It has stub shaft seals only.

Remove the halfshaft. For additional information, refer to REAR DRIVE HALFSHAFTS .
Using the Torque Converter Fluid Seal Remover and Slide Hammer, remove the stub shaft seal.

Fig 1: Removing Stub Shaft Seal Using Torque Converter Fluid Seal Remover And Slide Hammer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.