Caution: Always use the proper automatic transmission fluid listed. Using incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle.

Preliminary Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Place a drain pan under the transaxle to catch any spilled transaxle fluid.
3. Remove the left front wheel drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Left Side.
4. Clean the seal bore in the transaxle housing.
5. Inspect the transaxle fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check.

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Front Axle Shaft Seal

Tools Required

For equivalent regional tools refer to Special Tools.