Stub Axle Shaft Sleeve and Seal Replacement

Stub Axle Shaft Sleeve and Seal Replacement

Tools Required
^ J38868 Shaft Removal Tool
^ J6125-1B Slide Hammer
^ J23129 Universal Seal Remover
^ J41102 Axle Seal Installer

Removal Procedure

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

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
2. Remove the drive axle assembly. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.





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 J6125-1B and the J38868.
5. Pull lightly on the shaft. Rotate the shaft until the stub 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 J23129 and the J6125-1B.

Installation Procedure

Important: The stub axle shaft sleeve and seal must be replaced together. DO NOT replace the sleeve or seal seperately.

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





2. 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.

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 Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Inspect the oil level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure.
7. Inspect the shaft and the seal for leaks.