Focus L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 5 (2003)
6. CAUTION: Support the halfshaft. The inner joint must not be bent more than 18 degrees. The outer joint must not be bent more than 45 degrees.
Using the special tools, detach the halfshaft from the transaxle and secure it to one side.
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Discard the snap ring.
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Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
7. Using the special tools, remove the halfshaft oil seal.
Installation
1. Using the special tools, install the halfshaft oil seal.
2. CAUTION: Support the halfshaft. The inner joint must not be bent more than 18 degrees. The outer joint must not be bent more than 45 degrees.
CAUTION: Do not damage the halfshaft oil seal.
CAUTION: Make sure the snap ring is correctly seated.
NOTE: Install a new snap ring.
