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Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

^ Tools Required
- J 6125-IB Slide Hammer
- J 23129 Axle Seal Remover





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the inner splash shield.
4. Remove the tie rod from the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement in Suspension.
5. Remove the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Ball Joint Replacement in Suspension.
6. Remove the drive axle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shafts Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
7. Remove the seals. Use the J 23129 and the J 6125-1B.

IMPORTANT: Do not damage the seal bore.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

^ Tools Required
- J 34115 Axle Seal Installer





1. Install the new oil seals. Use the J 34115.
2. Lubricate the seal lip with a light wipe of transmission oil.
3. Install the drive axle into the transmission case. Refer to Wheel Drive Shafts Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.

IMPORTANT: Carefully guide the axle shaft past the lip seal. Do not allow the shaft splines to contact any portion of the seal lip surface because damage may occur.

4. Install the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Ball Joint Replacement in Suspension.
5. Install the tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement in Suspension.
6. Seat the drive axle into the transmission case.
7. Install the tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Wheel Installation in Tires and Wheels.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Inspect the oil seal for leaks.
10. Adjust the oil level.

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