Intermediate Shaft Seal and Deflector: Notes

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Notes
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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0006327
Adapter for 303-224 (Handle) 205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
GF0003256
Bearing Cup Puller 308-047 (T77F-1102-A)
GF0017600
Installer, Halfshaft Oil Seal 308-431
GF0025454
Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal 205-155 (T80T-4000-Y)
GF0025455
Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Intermediate Shaft Seal and Deflector With Torque Specifications
GF0025456Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 W500210 Power transfer unit (PTU) heat shield bolt (3 required)
2 7F496 PTU heat shield
3 7H426 Deflector
4 7H459 Intermediate shaft seal
RENDER: 1.0x

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