Axle Shaft Seal: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2019 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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NOTE: Use special tool 205-830 for the F250/350 and 205-831 for the F450/550.
Using the special tools, install the new knuckle seal onto the axle shaft. Use Special Service Tool: 205-830 Installer, Wheel Knuckle Seal., 205-831 Installer, Wheel Knuckle Seal., 205-1018 Installation Tube.
- Position the axle shaft into the knuckle.
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NOTE: Use special tool 205-830 for the F250/350 and 205-831 for the F450/550.NOTE: Use the spacer from the service kit to install the knuckle seal to its set depth. Discard the spacer after completing the installation procedure.
- Install the spacer.
- Use Special Service Tool: 205-830 Installer, Wheel Knuckle Seal., 205-831 Installer, Wheel Knuckle Seal.
- Use Special Service Tool: 205-1018 Installation Tube.
- Install the wheel bearing and wheel hub assemblies. Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub .
- Check and top off the differential fluid. Refer to: Differential Fluid Level Check .