Mountaineer AWD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2002)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Front Drive Axle/Differential-Dana 30
Drive Pinion Seal
Special Tool(s)
Removal
CAUTION: This operation disturbs the differential pinion bearing preload. Carefully reset the preload during assembly.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. NOTE: The front wheels and tires and brake calipers must be removed to prevent drag during the drive pinion preload recording and adjustment.
Remove front wheels and tires.
3. Remove front disc brake calipers.