Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

^ Tools Required
- J 38868 Shaft Removal Tool
- J 6125-1B Slide Hammer
- J 23129 Seal Removal Tool

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in Service Precautions.

Important: Do not damage the seal bore or the sleeve assembly. Fluid leaks may result.





1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the drive axle assembly. Refer to Wheel Drive Shafts Replacement.
3. Remove the snap ring from the stub axle shaft. Discard the snap ring. Do not reuse.





4. Remove the stub shaft from the transmission. Use the J 6125-1B and the J 38868.
5. Pull lightly on the shaft. Rotate the shaft until the output shaft snap ring at the differential seats in the taper on the differential side gear.
6. Remove inner snap ring.
7. Remove the right hand axle seal from the transmission. Use the J 23129 and the J 6125-1B or a screwdriver.

Installation Procedure

^ Tools Required
- J 41102 Axle Seal Installation Tool





1. Install the new seal. Use the J41102. Lubricate the seal lip with a light wipe of transmission oil.

Important: Carefully guide the axle shaft past the lip seal. Do not allow the shaft splines to contact any portion of the seal lip surface, otherwise damage to the seal will occur.

2. Install the two new snap rings on the stub shaft.





3. Install the stub shaft into the transmission. Use a mallet.
4. Install the drive axle assembly. Refer to Wheel Drive Shafts Replacement.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Inspect the oil level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure.
7. Inspect the shaft and the seal for leaks.