GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

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

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the axle shaft affected from transmission. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  2. Important: Place a drip pan underneath, transmission fluid will escape. Axle shaft remains in wheel hub.


    Object Number: 1935806  Size: SH
  3. Remove the affected axle shaft seal ring with KM-557-A   (2) and KM-446   (1) from transmission housing.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1935822  Size: SH
  1. Install the new axle shaft seal ring.
  2. • Coat the axle shaft seal ring with transmission fluid.
    • Install the axle shaft seal ring flush in the transmission. For F17 use KM-446   (1)
  3. Install the axle shaft in the transmission. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  4. Inspect the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .