Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear High Torque

Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Seal

















Removal

1. Remove the axle shaft. For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear High Torque.

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

Using a suitable seal remover, remove the axle shaft oil seal. Discard the oil seal.

3. Inspect the rear wheel bearing and axle shaft for wear or damage.

4. If necessary, using the Axle Bearing Remover and Slide Hammer, remove the rear wheel bearing.





Installation

1. Lubricate the new rear wheel bearing with rear axle lubricant.

2. Using the Axle Bearing Installer and Adapter, install the rear wheel bearing.





3. Lubricate the lip of the new wheel bearing oil seal with grease.

4. Using the Axle Oil Seal Installer and Adapter, install the wheel bearing oil seal.





5. Install the axle shaft. For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear High Torque.