Ford Explorer: Front Drive Axle/Differential / Removal and Installation - Axle Shaft Seal
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
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205-907 Handle, 32 Driver TKIT-2008DH-FLM |
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307-256
(T92P-77000-FH)
Installer, Differential Fluid Seal TKIT-1992-FLMH/LMH |
Removal
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NOTE:
The stub shaft seals must be replaced whenever the halfshafts are removed.
Remove the front RH halfshaft.
Refer to: Halfshaft (205-04 Front Drive Halfshafts, Removal and Installation).
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Remove and discard the front RH halfshaft seal.
Installation
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Inspect the differential housing surface for rust, nicks
and scratches. Polish the differential housing surface with fine crocus
cloth, if necessary.
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NOTE:
Installation of the halfshaft oil seal without the correct tools can result in early seal failure.
NOTE:
Do not disassemble the new oil seal.
Install the new seal onto a suitable special tool.
Use Special Service Tool: 307-256
(T92P-77000-FH)
Installer, Differential Fluid Seal.
, 205-907
Handle, 32 Driver.
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NOTICE:
Strike only the handle. Directly striking the installer tool will damage the seal.
NOTE:
Carefully align the halfshaft seal with the housing
bore and ensure the seal should flush in the differential housing.
Using special tools, install the new front RH halfshaft seal.
Use Special Service Tool: 307-256
(T92P-77000-FH)
Installer, Differential Fluid Seal.
, 205-907
Handle, 32 Driver.
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Inspect the halfshaft seal lip for rust, nicks or
scratches prior to installing the halfshaft. Clean the seal lip with
fine crocus cloth, if required.
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Install the front RH halfshaft.
Refer to: Halfshaft (205-04 Front Drive Halfshafts, Removal and Installation).
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Check the differential fluid level.
Refer to: Differential Fluid Level Check (205-03 Front Drive Axle/Differential, General Procedures).
Materials
Name
Specification
Slip Yoke Grease5L3Z-19A506-A
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Removal
Drain the front differential fluid.
Refer to: Differential Draining and Filling (205-03 Front Dr..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the front RH wheel only.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installa..
Other information:
Removal
WARNING:
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor
battery may release hazardous chemicals if exposed to extreme mechanical
damage. If these chemicals contact the skin or eyes, flush immediately
with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
Move the front seats forward and rearward as necessary to access floor console components.
Release the clips and remove the RH (right-hand) floor console side trim panel...
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