Installation Procedure
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- Install the new inboard, oil pan side, inner shaft seal on top of the seal bore.
- Install the new seal using the J 45225 (2) and the J 8092 (1). See Special Tools and Equipment .
- Install the intermediate shaft bearing assembly. Refer to Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Replacement - Front Drive Axle (S4WD) or Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Replacement - Front Drive Axle (A4WD) .
- Install the new oil seal using the J 45359 (2) and the J 8092 (1). See Special Tools and Equipment .
- Install the right wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
The outboard intermediate shaft bearing assembly seal must be installed 0.9-1.1 mm (0.035-0.043 in) below the surface of the intermediate shaft bearing assembly housing bore. If the seal is not installed properly, damage to the seal may occur.