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Material

Removal

1. Remove the pinion flange.

2. Using a screwdriver, force the metal flange of the rear axle drive pinion seal up and strike it with a hammer.

3. Install gripping pliers and remove the seal.
4. Discard the seal.

Installation

1. Lubricate the new rear axle drive pinion seal with grease.

2. CAUTION:  If the rear axle drive pinion seal becomes misaligned during installation, remove the rear axle drive pinion seal and install a new

seal.

Using the special tool, install the rear axle drive pinion seal.

3. Install the pinion flange.

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