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

Drive Pinion Seal











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 grease.

2. NOTE: 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.