Companion Flange & Oil Seal: Installation

Pack seal lip cavity of new seal with lithium base extreme pressure lubricant, then install seal into housing until it seats against internal shoulder. Install companion flange, washer and nut, then tighten nut until all end play is removed. Continue tightening in small increments and checking preload until preload is 1-5 INCH lbs. more than recorded during disassembly. Install propeller shaft.

CAUTION: Do not exceed original preload by more than 5 INCH lbs.

Using tool (J-25597), drive oil seal into axle housing. Making sure thrust washer is in place between extension shaft and pinion shaft, slide extension shaft over drive coupling and support front end with a floor stand. Install flange-to-axle housing bolts and connect center support bracket to underbody. Install propeller shaft, being sure thrust spring is in place. Remove floor stands and lower vehicle.

Pack cavity between seal lips of seal with lithium base extreme pressure lubricant, then install seal into carrier bore. Lubricate companion flange splines, then tap flange into place on pinion stem. Install washer and nut, then tighten nut until torque exceeds original preload by 1-5 INCH lbs.

CAUTION: Do not exceed original preload by more than 5 INCH lbs.