Grand Marquis V8-4.6L VIN V Flex Fuel (2006)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Rear Drive Axle
Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal
Special Tool(s)
Removal
1. WARNING: If equipped with fire suppression system, depower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to Fire
Suppression System.
Remove the axle shaft.
2. NOTE: If the wheel bearing oil seal is leaking, the axle housing vent may be plugged with foreign material.
NOTE: If only the seal needs to be installed, use care to avoid damaging the seal bore.
Remove the oil seal from the axle tube.
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Discard the oil seal.
3. Inspect the rear wheel bearing and axle shaft for wear or damage.
