Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure





^ Tools Required
- J 6125-1B Slide Hammer
- J 23129 Axle Seal Remover

1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and the wheel assembly.
3. Remove the inner splash shield.
4. Remove the tie rod from the steering knuckle. Refer to Tie Rod End Replacement - Outer in Steering and Suspension.
5. Remove the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Ball Joint Replacement in Steering and Suspension.
6. Remove the drive axle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shafts Replacement.

Important: Do not damage the seal bore.

7. Remove the seals (117). Use the J23129 and the J 6125-1B.

Installation Procedure





^ Tools Required
- J 28537 Seal Installer
- J 8092 Drive hammer

1. Install the new oil seals. Use the J 34115.
2. 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 because damage may occur.

3. Install the drive axle into the transmission case. Refer to Wheel Drive Shafts Replacement.
4. Install the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Ball Joint Replacement in Steering and Suspension.
5. Install the tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Tie Rod End Replacement - Outer in Steering and Suspension.
6. Seat the drive axle into the transmission case. Refer to Wheel Drive Shafts Replacement.
7. Install the inner splash shield.
8. Install the tire and the wheel assembly.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Inspect the oil seal for leaks.
11. Adjust the transmission oil level.