Halfshaft Seal RH: Installation

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1.

Use Special Service Tool: 205-115A (205-115) Installer, Drive Pinion Seal.

GFD62701

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2.

Use Special Service Tool: 204-605 Separator, Lower Arm Ball Joint.

GFD62702

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3.

NOTE: Make sure that the strut is not moved more than necessary to prevent damage to top mount.

NOTE: Take extra care not to damage the seal.

Remove the special tool before completely installing the halfshaft. Use Special Service Tool: 205-775 Protector, Halfshaft Seal.

GFD62703

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4.

Remove Special Service Tool: 204-609 Protection Cap, Ball Joint Gaiter.

GFD62457

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5.

GFD62456

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6.

Use Special Service Tool: 204-605 Separator, Lower Arm Ball Joint.

GFD62704

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7.

NOTE: Make sure a new bolt is installed.

NOTE: Make sure a new nut is installed.

Torque: 61 lb.ft (83 Nm)

GFD62686

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8.
- 1.
  
  NOTE: Make sure that a new component is installed.

2.

NOTE: Make sure that new nuts are installed.

Torque: 2-3: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)

3.

Torque: 4-5: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

GFD62705

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9.

Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

GFD60548

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10.

If equipped.
Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

GFD62454

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11.

Refer to: Transmission Fluid Level Check .

12.

Install engine undershield - If equipped.

13.

Refer to: Wheel and Tire .