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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • KM-446 Installer Drift
    • KM-557-A /KM-557-2 Remover

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the axle shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 1938512  Size: SH

    Important: Do not damage the sealing surfaces.

  3. Remove the axle shaft seal ring.
  4. Remove the axle shaft seal ring with KM-557-A  (2) and KM-557-2  (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1938513  Size: SH
  1. Install the axle shaft seal ring.
  2. • Coat the axle shaft seal ring with transmission fluid.
    • Install the axle shaft seal ring flush with KM-446  (1).
  3. Install the axle shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  4. Inspect the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .