Excursion 4WD V10-6.8L VIN S (2000)
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. 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.
Use the Pinion Seal Replacer to install the rear axle drive pinion seal.
3. Install the pinion flange.
Rear Drive Axle/Differential-Dana 80
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist or raise the rear end of the vehicle with a jack. Install safety stands under the frame rails and lower the jack or hoist far
enough to allow the rear axle to drop into the rebound position for working clearance.
2. Note: To maintain driveline balance, mark the driveshaft components so they can be reinstalled in their original positions.