Halfshaft Seal - RH, Front Wheel Drive (FWD): Installation

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Install a new halfshaft seal on the Cover Axle Seal Installer and Handle.

Fig 1: Installing Halfshaft Seal On Special Tools (307-582) & (205-153)

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Using the Cover Axle Seal Installer and Handle, install the RH halfshaft seal.

Fig 2: Installing RH Halfshaft Seal Using Special Tools (307-582) & (205-153)

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Install the RH halfshaft and install the RH halfshaft bearing support bracket nuts.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

Fig 3: Identifying Nuts

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Install a new ball joint nut.
- Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).

Fig 4: Identifying Nut And Wheel Knuckles

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NOTE: Install and tighten the new halfshaft nut to specification in a continuous rotation. Stopping the rotation during installation will cause the nylon lock to seat incorrectly. This will cause incorrect torque readings while tightening the front axle wheel end nut and lead to bearing failure. Always install a new front axle wheel end nut after loosening or when not tightened to specification in a continuous rotation.

NOTE: Never use power tools to tighten the front axle wheel end nut or damage to the nut or wheel bearing may occur.

NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.

Install a new halfshaft nut.
- Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).

Fig 5: Locating RH Front Halfshaft Nut

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Install the front wheel. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES article.
Fill with clean transmission fluid to the correct level.