Pinion Seal - Removal

REMOVAL

Special Tools:










1. Remove axle shafts.
2. Mark propeller shaft and pinion flange for installation reference and remove shaft.
3. Rotate pinion gear three or four times.
4. Record pinion torque to rotate (1) with an inch pound torque wrench (2).





5. Hold pinion flange (1) with Wrench (2) and remove pinion flange nut and washer.





6. Mark a line across the pinion shaft and flange for installation reference.
7. Remove pinion flange (1) with Puller (2).
8. Remove pinion shaft seal with a pry tool or slide hammer mounted screw.