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Rear Shield Cover Gasket Replacement




Rear Shield Cover Gasket Replacement

Removal Procedure





Note: Place collecting pan underneath-transmission fluid will escape.

1. Remove the end shield cover.

Note: If necessary, release the end shield cover by striking it gently with a rubber mallet.

2. Remove the 9 bolts.
3. Only for metal cover with separate seal, remove the end shield cover seal.

Note: Replace damaged components.

4. Inspect all the components for damage.
5. Clean sealing surfaces.
6. Remove sealant residues.

Installation Procedure





Note: Note close tolerance bolts.

1. Only for metal cover with separate seal, attach the end shield cover seal.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the end shield cover to transmission housing with a new gasket.

* Tighten the 4 bolts M7 to 15 Nm (11 lb ft).
* Tighten the 5 bolts M8 to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).

3. For plastic cover with integral seal, attach a new end shield cover.

* Tighten the 4 bolts M6 to 8 Nm (70 lb in).
* Tighten the 5 bolts M8 to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).

4. Inspect transmission fluid level. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement (Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement).