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 29369-2 Bushing and Bearing Remover 2-3 inch
* J 45232 Differential Bearing Adjuster Needle Bearing Installer - Left



Removal Procedure





1. Remove the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Service and Repair) .




2. Remove the swaybar link from the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (Front Suspension) .




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 45232 (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. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Service and Repair) .




5. Install the swaybar link to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (Front Suspension) .
6. Check in fluid level. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (Front Drive Axle) .
7. Lower the vehicle.