Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement (Transmission Housing Side)

Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement (Transmission Housing Side)


Tools Required
* J 8092 Universal Driver Handle
* J 44385 Differential Bearing Race and Seal Installer
* SA9133T Axle Seal Puller



Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the wheel and tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement) .
4. Using theSA9133T , remove the axle seal by threading theSA9133T through the steel seal body as close to the outside diameter as possible.



Installation Procedure

1. Clean the seal bore in the housing.
2. Apply a light bead of Permatex 51531(R) P/N 21005993 or equivalent on the diameter of the seal that presses into the case bore.





Important: Prior to installing the seal, inspect the J 44385 for nicks or burrs that may damage the seal lip.


3. Using the J 44385 and the J 8092 , install the axle seal. Ensure the seal is lined up with the bore during installation.
4. Install the wheel driveshaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement) .
5. Check the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check (Transmission Fluid Check) .
6. Install the wheel and tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
7. Lower the vehicle.