Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear

Drive Pinion Seal

Special Tools:

Special Tool(s)

Removal

1. Remove the pinion flange.





2. Using a screwdriver, force the rear axle drive pinion seal metal flange up and strike it with a hammer.





3. Using gripping pliers and a hammer, remove the seal.

Installation

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

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





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