Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
IMPORTANT:
The stub axle shaft sleeve and seal must be replaced together. DO NOT replace the sleeve or seal separately.
Do not damage the seal bore or the sleeve assembly. Fluid leaks may result.
Do not damage the seal bore or the sleeve assembly. Fluid leaks may result.
- Use the J 41228 to install a new sleeve on the output axle shaft. See Special Tools . Ensure that the collet is located in the retaining ring groove when installing.
- Install the new output axle seal using theJ 41102 and a mallet. See Special Tools .
- Use J 41228 to install a NEW sleeve on the output axle shaft.
- Install the collet into the output shaft snap ring groove with the collet attached to the threaded collet shaft.
- Place the NEW sleeve over the collet.
- Install the bearing and nut onto the threaded collet shaft.
- Hold the collet shaft while tightening the nut in order to press the sleeve onto the output shaft.
- Remove the J 41228 .
- Install a NEW snap ring on the output shaft.
- Install the left drive axle assembly. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Front
- Lower the vehicle.
- Inspect the output axle shaft sleeve for leaks.
- Inspect the transmission oil level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure .
IMPORTANT:
J 41228 must be used in order to install the sleeve to the correct depth.