Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
IMPORTANT:
- The stub axle shaft sleeve and seal must be replaced together. DO NOT replace the sleeve or seal separately.
- Do not damage the seal bore or the sleeve assembly. Fluid leaks may result.
- Install a new output axle seal (3). Use J 41102-1A (2) with J 8092 (1). See Special Tools . Lubricate the seal lip with transmission fluid.
- Apply grease to the output shaft splines.
- Use J 41228 to install a NEW sleeve on the output axle shaft.
- 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 .
- Install a NEW snap ring on the output shaft.
- Install the drive axle assembly. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Inspect the output axle shaft sleeve for leaks.
- Inspect the oil level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .
IMPORTANT:
J 41102-1A
must be used in order to install the axle seal to the correct depth. See Special Tools .
IMPORTANT:
J 41228
must be used in order to install the sleeve to the correct depth.