Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement (Automatic)

Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement (Automatic)

Tools Required
* J 8059 Snap Ring Pliers
* J 35566 Seal Clamp Pliers


Removal Procedure




1. Remove the drive axle from the vehicle. Refer to Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft and Inner Shaft Housing Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the large seal retaining clamp using J 35566 (1). Discard the clamp.
3. Remove the small seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.




4. Degrease the joint.
5. Spread the snap ring using the J 8059 and remove the outer joint and the axle shaft.

Caution: The outer joint is designed to be replaced as a one piece unit. Do not attempt to disassemble or service the outer joint. Improper service will affect both performance of the vehicle and could cause personal injury or vehicle damage.

6. Remove the seal from the joint assembly.


Installation Procedure




1. Install the seal onto the axle shaft.
2. Spread the snap ring using the J 8059 and remove the outer joint and the axle shaft.
3. Fill the joint seal with 110-130 g (3.9-4.6 ounces) of the recommended grease. Repack the joint with 110-130 g (3.9-4.6 ounces) of the recommended grease.




4. Install a new large seal retaining clamp and a new small seal retaining clamp.
5. Crimp the new small seal retaining clamp and the new large seal retaining clamp using the J 35566 (1).
6. Install the drive axle shaft to the vehicle. Refer to Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft and Inner Shaft Housing Replacement (Service and Repair).