Halfshaft Seal RH: Installation

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1.

Using the special tool, install a new RH halfshaft seal. Use Special Service Tool: 205-115A (205-115) Installer, Drive Pinion Seal.

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2.

NOTE: Do not fully install the halfshaft at this time.

Using part: 97ZT-7M181-A Seal Protector, slide the RH halfshaft into the transmission until the splines are past the seal and remove the seal protector.

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3.

Insert the RH halfshaft until the intermediate shaft bearing is centered in the concave groove of the intermediate shaft bearing bracket.

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4.

Install the halfshaft retaining strap.
Torque:

Stage 1: Lower nut:: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)

Stage 2: Upper nut:: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

Stage 3: Lower nut:: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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5.

Install the RH lower control arm in the knuckle.
Torque: 61 lb.ft (83 Nm)

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6.

Install the RH brake hose on the strut.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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7.

If equipped, install the RH ride height sensor.

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8.

Fill the transmission. Refer to: Transmission Draining and Filling .

9.

Install the underbody shield.

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10.

Install the RH front wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .