Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the J 44394 to the transaxle oil seal. See Special Tools .
- Install the intermediate drive shaft to the transaxle.
- Remove the J 44394 when the intermediate shaft splines pass the oil seal. See Special Tools .
- Ensure that the intermediate drive shaft is fully seated by grasping the intermediate drive shaft and attempting to pull free of the transaxle.
- Position the support bracket to the engine.
- Install the support bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the O-ring seal to the intermediate drive shaft.
- Install a new wheel drive shaft retaining ring to the intermediate drive shaft.
- Install the right wheel drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Non Hybrid) or Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Hybrid) .
- Install the right tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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