Pinion Flange & Seal

Disconnect propeller shaft and tie out of way, then scribe a line down pinion nut, pinion stem and pinion flange for reassembly reference. Remove pinion nut and pull pinion flange from stem, then remove oil seal retainer bolts and remove retainer from carrier. Pry old seal from bore, using care not to damage machined surfaces. Clean area thoroughly, then pack cavity between seal lips with high melting point bearing lubricant. Place seal into bore, then drive seal in until it bottoms against shoulder in retainer. Install retainer to carrier; then install pinion flange, pinion nut and propeller shaft.