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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 44809 Output Shaft Seal Installer

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 693610  Size: SH
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the left rear wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the left rear wheel drive shaft. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  4. Carefully pry out the output shaft seal and discard.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 693610  Size: SH
  1. Install the new output shaft seal using the J 44809 .
  2. Install the left rear wheel drive shaft. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  3. Inspect the rear drive module fluid level. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection .
  4. Install the left rear wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  5. Lower the vehicle.