Halfshaft Seal LH: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

1.

Visually check the mating faces are clean and free from corrosion and foreign material.

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2.

Using the special tool install the LH halfshaft seal. Use Special Service Tool: 308-880 Installer, Driveshaft Seal.

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3.

NOTE: Do not fully install the shaft at this time.
- Using part: AA5P-4N206-A.
- Using the seal protector, install the LH halfshaft in the transmission. Remove the seal protector.

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4.

NOTE: Insert shaft until circlip is fully seated. When checking if circlip is seated do not pull on CV joints or damage can result.

Fully insert the halfshaft until the circlip is seated.

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5.

Insert the lower ball joint into the wheel knuckle and install a new lower ball joint bolt and nut.
Torque: 38 lb.ft (52 Nm)

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8.

Check the transmission fluid level. Refer to: Transmission Fluid Level Check .