STS AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
18. Ensure that the latching tangs are fully engaged in the large clamp band.
19. Rotate the inner tripot housing 4 or 5 times in order to distribute the grease throughout the tripot spider bearings.
Wheel Drive Shaft Inner Joint and Seal Replacement - Rear (RWD)
Wheel Drive Shaft Inner Joint and Seal Replacement - Rear (RWD)
Tools Required
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J8059 Snap Ring Pliers
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J42572 Drive Shaft Seal Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
This procedure is to be performed only after the wheel drive shaft has been removed from the vehicle.
1. Wrap a shop towel around the half shaft bar (3).
2. Place the wheel drive shaft (3) horizontally in a bench vise.
3. Using a side cutter or other suitable tool, remove the large seal retaining clamp (4) from the inner joint seal (1) and discard the retaining clamp.
4. Using a side cutter or other suitable tool, remove the small seal retaining clamp (2) from the inner joint seal and discard the clamp.
