Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

Front Drive Axle Seal and Bearing Replacement

Tools Required
* J 2619-01 Slide Hammer
* J 8092 Universal Drive Handle 3/4 Inch - 10
* J 21426 Extension Housing Seal Installer
* J 23690 Bearing Installer
* J 29369-2 Bushing and Bearing Remover 2-3 in

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the wheel drive shaft.




2. Remove the swaybar link from the lower control arm.




3. Using the J 29369-2 (2) and the J 2619-01 (1), remove the axle seal.




4. Using the J 29369-2 (1) and the J 2619-01 (2), remove the axle bearing.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the axle bearing in the intermediate housing.
2. Using the J 23690 (1) and the J 8092 (2), install the axle bearing.




3. Using the J 21426 (1), install the axle seal.




4. Install the wheel drive shaft.




5. Install the swaybar link to the lower control arm.
6. Check in fluid level.
7. Lower the vehicle.