Halfshaft Seal RH: Installation

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

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

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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.

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

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

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NOTE: Make sure a new bolt is installed.

NOTE: Make sure a new nut is installed.

Torque

: 61 lb.ft (83 Nm)

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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)
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Torque
: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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If equipped.
Torque

: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

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Refer to: Transmission Fluid Level Check .
Install engine undershield - If equipped.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire .