Stub Shaft Pilot Bearing and Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Install a new stub shaft seal whenever a halfshaft is removed.

Remove the halfshafts. For additional information, REFER to Front Drive Axle and Differential .
Using the Transmission Fluid Pump Remover and Slide Hammer, remove the intermediate shaft.

Fig 1: Removing Intermediate Shaft Using Transmission Fluid Pump Remover And Slide Hammer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove and discard the intermediate shaft circlip.

Fig 2: Locating Intermediate Shaft Circlip
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Using a suitable seal remover, remove and discard the stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal.
Using the Bearing Cup Remover and Slide Hammer, remove and discard the stub shaft pilot bearing.

Fig 3: Removing Stub Shaft Pilot Bearing Using Bearing Cup Remover And Slide Hammer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.