Power Transfer Unit Rear Seal: Installation

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Position the tool on the pinion shaft. Use Special Service Tool: 308-969 Installer, Pinion Seal.

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Using the tool install the pinion seal. Use Special Service Tool: 308-969 Installer, Pinion Seal, 205-199 (T83T-3132-A1) Installer, Spindle/Axle Shaft.

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Install new retaining clip.

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Position back the heat shield and install the heat shield retainer.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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NOTE: Place wooden block on the flange and hammer on the wood using mallet.

Install the companion flange. Use the General Equipment: Plastic Mallet

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NOTE: 2.0L EcoBoost vehicle shown, others similar.

Install the front crossmember brace and the retainers.

Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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Install the rear driveshaft. Refer to: Rear Driveshaft - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS)
Check the PTU fluid level. Refer to: Power Transfer Unit Fluid Level Check