Excursion 4WD V10-6.8L VIN S (2000)
1. CAUTION: Installation without the proper tool can result in early seal failure. If the pinion seal becomes cocked during installation, remove and
install a new one. Use care to ensure the garter spring remains in place during assembly. If the spring is dislodged, the pinion seal must be
replaced.
Note:
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Drive the pinion seal into the housing, using the Pinion Oil Seal Replacer.
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The companion flange or end yoke must never be hammered on or installed with power tools.
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Install the flange or yoke using the Companion Flange Replacer.
Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
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Coat the pinion seal (rubber lips) with SAE75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent meeting Ford
specification WSL-M2Cl 92-A.