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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 43068 Axle Seal Installer
    • J 45000 Seal Remover

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the drive axle assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  3. For right side seal, remove exhaust front pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement .

  4. Object Number: 1227147  Size: SH
  5. Using J 45000 , remove the wheel drive shaft oil seal from the transmission case.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1227144  Size: SH

    Important: The seal must install flush with the case flange.

  1. Using the J 43068 , install the transmission output shaft oil seal into the transmission case.
  2. Install the drive axle assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Check the transaxle fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .