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Intermediate Shaft Overhaul

^ Tools Required
- J 22912-01 Split Plate
- J 23694 Joint Seal Installer
- J 34115 Seal Installer

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





1. Remove the retaining ring and the lip seal.
2. Press the shaft from the bearing using J 22912-01 behind the inner slinger.
3. Remove the retainer from the support screws.
4. Press the bearing from the support using J 23694.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Press the bearing into the support using a press arbor plate across the bearing.
2. Press the inner slinger on the shaft using J 22912-01.
3. Install the retainer over the shaft.
4. Place the support with the bearing on the press arbor plate. Press the shaft into the bearing until the bearing inner race contacts the chamfer on the shaft.

NOTICE: Do not press the bearing beyond where the chamber begins on the shaft. Damage to the bearing will result if it is pressed beyond the chamfer.

5. Press the outer slinger on the shaft using J 22912-01.
6. Apply RTV to the outer slinger and the shaft joint.
7. Install the lip seal using J 34115.
8. Install the retaining ring.
9. Install the retainer to support and install the screws.
^ Tighten the screws to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

10. Install the intermediate shaft assembly into the vehicle.