Halfshaft Seal - LH: Removal

NOTE: The use of any transmission fluid other than what is recommended for this transaxle will cause transaxle damage. Refer to the MATERIAL specification and/or the transmission fluid level indicator for the correct fluid. Use only clean transmission fluid designated for this transaxle and torque converter being serviced.

NOTE: Do not mix Mercon® V or Mercon® LV transmission fluid. This may cause erratic shift feel, erratic shift timing and/or transmission failure.

NOTE: Transmission fluid application:

Early build vehicles require MERCON® V
Late build vehicles require MERCON® LV

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the front LH 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 Seal Surface, Halfshaft Bushing Surface And Differential Side Gear Splines
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using a suitable awl, poke a small hole in the halfshaft seal.

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

Fig 3: Removing Halfshaft Seal
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.