Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Use J 41228 to install a NEW sleeve on the output axle shaft. See Special Tools .
- Install the collet into the output shaft snap ring groove with the collet attached to the threaded collet shaft.
- Place the NEW sleeve over the collet.
- Install the bearing and nut onto the threaded collet shaft.
- Hold the collet shaft while tightening the nut in order to press the sleeve onto the output shaft.
- Remove the J 41228 . See Special Tools .
- Install two NEW snap rings on the stub shaft.
- Apply grease to the output shaft splines.
- Install a NEW seal (1). Use the J 41102-1A (3) with J 8092 (2). Lubricate the seal lip with transmission fluid. See Special Tools .
- Install the stub shaft into the transmission. Use a mallet to fully seat the shaft.
- Install the right drive axle assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Inspect the oil level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .
- Inspect the shaft and the seal for leaks.
IMPORTANT:
J 41228
must be used in order to install the sleeve to the correct depth. See Special Tools .
IMPORTANT:
J 41102-1A
must be used in order to install the axle seal to the correct depth. See Special Tools .
IMPORTANT:
Carefully guide the axle shaft past the lip seal. Do not allow the shaft splines to contact any portion of the seal lip surface, otherwise damage to the seal will occur.