Special Tools

1. Remove the drive axle from the vehicle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.
2. Remove the large seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.
3. Remove the small seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.



4. Degrease the joint.
5. Spread the snap ring using the J 8059  (1) and remove the outer joint from the axle shaft.
6. Remove the seal from the joint assembly.

1. Install the seal onto the axle shaft.
2. Spread the snap ring using the snap ring pliers J 8059  (1) and install the outer joint onto the axle shaft.
3. Fill the joint seal with 170-190 g (6.0-6.7 ounces) of the recommended grease. Repack the joint with 170-190 g (6.0-6.7 ounces) of the recommended grease.



4. Install a new large seal retaining clamp and a new small seal retaining clamp.
5. Crimp the new small seal retaining clamp and the new large seal retaining clamp using the seal clamp pliers J 35566  (1).
6. Install the drive axle shaft to the vehicle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.