STS AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
4. Using a side cutter or other suitable tool, remove the small seal retaining clamp from the outer joint seal and discard the clamp.
5. Separate the seal from the joint outer race at the large diameter end.
6. Slide the seal away from the joint face.
7. Wipe the grease from the face of the joint inner race, cage, balls, etc.
8. Remove the outer joint from the axle shaft using the following steps:
1. Hold the inner joint housing horizontally to the shaft.
2. Position a brass drift on the inner race.
3. Strike the brass drift with a hammer to compress the axle shaft retaining clip.
4. Continue to strike the brass drift in order to remove the inner joint from the axle shaft.
9. Remove and discard the axle shaft retaining ring from the axle shaft.
10. Remove the seal from the axle shaft.
11. Remove the wheel drive shaft from the vise.
