F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear 10.25 Inch Ring Gear
Special Tools
REMOVAL
1. Remove the rear axle companion flange.
2. Pry up on the metal flange of the rear axle drive pinion seal. Install gripping pliers and strike with a hammer until the rear axle drive pinion seal is
removed.
INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate the new pinion seal.
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Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B.
2. Use the Pinion Seal Replacer to install the rear axle drive pinion seal.
CAUTION: If the rear axle drive pinion seal becomes misaligned during installation, remove the rear axle drive pinion seal and replace it with a
new seal.
3. Install the rear axle companion flange.
