Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the axle shaft. For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft .

NOTE: If only a new seal needs to be installed, use care to avoid damaging the seal bore.

Using a suitable seal remover, remove and discard the axle shaft oil seal.
Inspect the rear wheel bearing and axle shaft for wear or damage.

Fig 1: Using Special Tools (100-001) & (205-219) To Remove Rear Wheel Bearing

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

If necessary, using the special tools, remove the rear wheel bearing.