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Drive Pinion Seal: Installation

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    NOTE: Make sure that the mating surface is clean before installing the new seal.
    Fig 1: Installing Pinion Seal Using Pinion Drive Seal Installer
    G06065003Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Using the Pinion Drive Seal Installer, install the pinion seal.
    2. NOTE: Lubricate the pinion flange with grease.
    Fig 2: Identifying Index-Mark Location Of Pinion To Flange
    G06094392Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Line up the index marks and position the pinion flange.
  3. Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture, install a new pinion nut.
    • Tighten to 244 Nm (180 lb-ft).
      Fig 3: Holding Pinion Flange Using Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture
      G06094391Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Line up the index marks and position the rear driveshaft and U-joint flange.
    • Install the 4 new bolts.
    • Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
      Fig 4: Locating U-Joint Flange Bolts
      G06094398Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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