Extension Housing Rear Oil Seal: Installation
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Lubricate the inside diameter of the new seal with assembly lubricant. Use the rear lubricant seal installer with a soft faced mallet to install the seal (2). See Fig 1 . Install the seal (2) to the extension housing (3). Install the drive shaft. See appropriate DRIVE SHAFTS & UNIVERSAL JOINTS article in DRIVELINE/AXLES. Remove the drain pan and lower the vehicle. Fill transmission with appropriate fluid to proper level. See RECOMMENDED FLUIDS and FLUID CAPACITIES under LUBRICATION.