Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
1. Remove the halfshaft assembly.
2. NOTE: If removing the stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal only, engage the tangs of the special tool on the stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal.
Using the special tools, remove the stub shaft pilot bearing and stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal.
1
Firmly engage the tangs of the special tool on the stub shaft pilot bearing.
2
Remove the stub shaft pilot bearing and stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal.
3. Inspect the stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal journal for rust, nicks and scratches. Polish the seal journal surface with fine crocus cloth, if necessary.
Installation
1. Using rear axle lubricant, lubricate the new stub shaft pilot bearing.
2. CAUTION: Installation of the stub shaft pilot bearing or stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal without the correct tools can result in early stub shaft
pilot bearing or stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal failure. If the stub shaft pilot bearing becomes cocked in the bore during installation, remove it and
install a new stub shaft pilot bearing.
Place the stub shaft pilot bearing onto the special tools.
3. Install the stub shaft pilot bearing into the rear axle housing bore.
4. NOTE: Do not disassemble the new oil seal.
