Transfer Case Rear Output Shaft Seal: Installation

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Vehicles equipped with a flange

Using the Output Shaft Oil Seal Installer and the Handle, install a new rear output seal.

Fig 1: Installing Rear Output Seal Using Tools
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture to prevent the flange from turning, install the rear flange and a new rear output flange nut.
- Tighten to 251 Nm (186 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Installing Rear Flange And Rear Output Flange Nut Using Tools
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: Align the index marks made during removal.

Connect the rear driveshaft to the transfer case.
Install 4 new rear driveshaft flange bolts.
- Tighten to 102 Nm (75 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Rear Driveshaft Flange Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Vehicles equipped with a slip yoke
Using a suitable driver, install the rear output seal.
Install the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT .