Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
NOTE: Replacing flange yoke seals involves removal and installation of only pinion nut and rear axle universal joint flange.
2. Hold rear axle universal joint flange with Companion Flange Holding Tool T78P-4851-A and loosen pinion nut.
3. With pinion nut still engaged by a few threads install 2-Jaw Puller D80L-1002-L or equivalent and pull rear axle universal joint flange loose on
splines.
4. Remove puller, nut and rear axle universal joint flange.
5. With a soft-faced hammer, drive the drive pinion out of the differential pinion bearing and remove through rear of rear axle housing.
6. Remove rear axle drive pinion seal. See: Seals and Gaskets/Service and Repair/Pinion Seal
