Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

Special Tools:

Removal
1. Remove the pinion flange.





2. Pry up on the metal flange of the rear axle drive pinion seal.
^ Install gripping pliers and strike with a hammer to remove the seal.

Installation
1. Lubricate the new rear axle drive pinion seal.
^ Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B.

2. CAUTION:
^ Installation without the proper tool can result in early seal failure.
^ If the rear axle drive pinion seal becomes misaligned during installation, remove it and install a new one.





Using the special tool, install the rear axle drive pinion seal.
3. Install the pinion flange.