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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 29162 Output Shaft Seal Installer

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the transfer case shield. Refer to Shield Replacement .
  3. Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.

  4. Object Number: 175414  Size: SH
  5. Remove the propeller shaft yoke.
  6. Remove the seal.
  7. • Use a screwdriver in order to remove the seal.
    • Do not damage the sealing bore.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 163920  Size: SH
  1. Install the seal using the J 29162 .
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the propeller shaft yoke.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the propeller shaft yoke nuts to 149 N·m (110 lb ft).

  5. Install the propeller shaft.
  6. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement In Propeller Shaft.

  7. Check the transfer case oil level and add oil as necessary. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities .
  8. Install the transfer case shield. Refer to Shield Replacement .
  9. Lower the vehicle.