GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Chevrolet
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2003
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Cavalier
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Transmission/Transaxle
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Manual Transmission - Getrag 5 Speed
🢒 Axle Shaft Oil Seal Replacement
Tools Required
•
J 23129
Seal Remover
•
J 6125-B
Slide Hammer
•
J 44385
Differential Bearing Race and Seal Installer
•
J 7079-2
Non-threaded Driver Handle
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
Remove the front wheel and tire assemblies. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
in Tires and Wheels.
Remove the wheel driveshaft. Refer to
Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement
in Wheel Drive Shafts.
Use the
J 23129
and the
J 6125-B
in order to remove the seal.
Inspect the seal bore for nicks or for burrs. Clean the bore with a fine grade sandpaper, if necessary.
Installation Procedure
Use the
J 44385
and the
J 7079-2
in order to install a new seal. Ensure that the seal is seated flush to the outer bore area.
Lubricate the seal with Dexron®-III transmission fluid.
Install the wheel driveshaft. Refer to
Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement
in Wheel Drive Shafts.
Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.