Extension Housing Seal: Installation

All vehicles 

1. Using the Transmission Extension Housing Seal Installer, install the output shaft seal.
   Fig 1: Installing Output Shaft Seal Using The Transmission Extension Housing Seal Installer

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2. Inspect the new output shaft nut O-ring for cuts. If cut, install a new output shaft nut.
   Fig 2: Locating Output Shaft Nut O-Ring

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3. Using the Output Shaft Locknut Socket, install a new output shaft nut.
   • Tighten to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
   Fig 3: Remove/Install Output Shaft Retaining Nut Using The Output Shaft Locknut Socket

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   RWD 

4. Install the output shaft flange and a new bolt.
   • Tighten to 130 Nm (96 lb-ft).
   Fig 4: Locating Output Shaft Flange And Bolt

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NOTE: Align index marks made during removal.
NOTE: Install new bolts and retainers.
Fig 5: Locating Driveshaft-To-Transmission Flange Index-Mark
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5. Install the 4 new driveshaft-to-transmission flange bolts.
   • To install, tighten flange to 100 Nm (74 lb-ft).

   4WD  vehicles

6. Install the transfer case. For additional information, refer to TRANSFER CASE article.

   All vehicles 

7. Start the engine. Move the selector lever through all the gear ranges, checking for engagements.
NOTE: The use of any other transmission fluid than specified can result in the transmission failing to operate in a normal manner or transmission failure.
8. Using the scan tool with the engine running, check and make sure the transmission is at normal operating temperature 66-77°C (150-170°F). Check and adjust the transmission fluid level and check for any leaks. If transmission fluid is needed, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.24L (0.5 pt) until the correct level is achieved.