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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

KM-519 Ring Installer

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1248180  Size: SH
  1. Remove the drive axle from the transaxle. Refer to Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft and Inner Shaft Housing Replacement .
  2. Notice: While using a pry bar to remove the axle seal, use extreme care not to damage the bearing adjusting ring on the transmission case.

  3. Remove the drive axle seal by lifting the outer lip of the seal with a pry bar.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1248183  Size: SH
  1. Install the new drive axle seal using the KM-519  (1) and a hammer.
  2. Coat the seal lip with the transaxle fluid.
  3. Install the drive axle. Refer to Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft and Inner Shaft Housing Replacement .