Input Shaft Seal

Fig. 3 Checking pinion shaft cover alignment. 1982---85 Escort, EXP, Lynx, LN7, & 1984---85 Tempo & Topaz:

1. Clean input shaft and seal area. Use care not to scratch or damage pinion shaft.
2. Pry pinion seal from its bore and discard.
3. On 1982---85 Escort, EXP, Lynx and LN7, and 1984---85 Tempo and Topaz, ensure the pinion cover is centered by using tool No. T8IP-3504-Y, Fig. 3.
4. Apply a suitable lubricant to seal, then install seal over shaft.
5. Use a piece of tubing to engage outer flange of seal and press or tap seal into its bore until flange is flush with shoulder of bore. If outer edge of seal is not engaged at assembly, damage to the seal will result.