Ford Escape: Rear Drive Axle/Differential / Removal and Installation - Rear Halfshaft Seal

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

	205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle
	205-990 Installer, Axle Seal TKIT-2012A-FL TKIT-2012A-ROW
Flat Headed Screw Driver

Removal

1. Remove the rear halfshaft.
   Refer to: Rear Halfshaft (205-05 Rear Drive Halfshafts, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove and replace the rear halfshaft seal.
   Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver

Installation

1. Inspect the differential housing surface for rust, nicks and scratches. Polish the differential housing surface with fine crocus cloth, if necessary.
   

1. NOTE: Installation of halfshaft oil seal without the correct tool can result in early seal failure.

   Using the special tool, install the new rear halfshaft seal.
   Use Special Service Tool: 205-990  Installer, Axle Seal. , 205-153 (T80T-4000-W)  Handle.

1. Install the rear halfshaft.
   Refer to: Rear Halfshaft (205-05 Rear Drive Halfshafts, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Check the RDU fluid level.
   Refer to: Differential Fluid Level Check (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, General Procedures).