Pinion Seal - Removal

REMOVAL

Special Tools:










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





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





7. Mark a line across the pinion shaft and flange for installation reference.
8. Remove pinion flange (1) with Pinion Flange Puller (2).
9. Remove pinion seal with a seal puller.