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Drive Pinion Seal: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the front wheels and tires. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
  3. NOTE: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.

    Remove the 2 brake caliper bolts from the LH and RH brake calipers and position the calipers aside.

    • Support the calipers using mechanic's wire.
  4. Index-mark the front driveshaft and the front axle flange to maintain driveline balance.
    Fig 1: Locating Index-Mark On Front Driveshaft
    G07968052Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the front driveshaft from the front axle flange and position it aside.
    1. Remove and discard the 4 bolts and 2 retainers.
    2. Disconnect the front driveshaft from the front axle flange.
    3. Tape the bearing cups to the spider to prevent them from falling off the spider.
    4. Position the driveshaft aside.
      Fig 2: Identifying Front Driveshaft With Front Axle Flange Components
      G06777396Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Measure the pinion bearing torque preload. Record the reading.
    • Rotate the pinion with a Nm (lb-in) torque wrench. Record the torque necessary to maintain rotation of the pinion through several revolutions.
      Fig 3: Measuring Pinion Bearing Torque Preload
      G07968054Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Using the Drive Pinion Flange Holding Fixture, remove and discard the pinion nut and washer.
    Fig 4: Locating Pinion Nut And Washer
    G06777398Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. NOTE: Index-mark the flange and the pinion shaft.

    Using the Drive Pinion Flange Remover, remove the flange.

    Fig 5: Locating Pinion Flange
    G06777399Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Using the Slide Hammer and Bushing Remover, remove the pinion seal. Discard the seal.
    Fig 6: Removing Drive Pinion Seal
    G06142593Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Clean and inspect the following:
    • The seal mounting surface.
    • The flange lugs and the flange end that contacts the bearing cone.
      • Verify that the flange nut counterbore and the seal contact surfaces are smooth and free of nicks.
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