Removal Procedure

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Remove the transfer case shield, if equipped. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - Front .
Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver into the inner race.
Pry the inner race back.

Fig 1: Prying Inner Race
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Insert a small pry bar into the inner race.

Fig 2: Prying Seal Inner Part From Outer Seal Body
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Remove the inner part of the seal.

Fig 3: Removing Inner Part Of Seal
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Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver or a small pry bar in the space between the outer race of the seal and the transfer case.

Fig 4: Inserting Screwdriver Between Front Output Shaft Seal Outer Lip & Transfer Case
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Remove the outer part of the seal.

Fig 5: Removing Outer Part Of Seal
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