Cobalt L4-2.2L (2008)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
MU3 - Manual Transaxle
Axle Seals Replacement
Tools Required
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J 23907 Slide Hammer with Bearing Adapter
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J 44809 Output Shaft Seal Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the front wheel and tire assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Maintenance/Wheels and Tires/Service and
Repair) .
3. Remove the wheel driveshaft or intermediate drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (See: Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle
Shaft Assembly/Service and Repair/Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement) or Intermediate Drive Shaft Replacement (See: Drive Axles, Bearings and
Joints/Axle Shaft Assembly/Service and Repair/Intermediate Drive Shaft Replacement) .
4. Use the J 23907 or J 44809 in order to remove the seal.
5. Inspect the seal bore for nicks or for burrs. Clean the bore with a fine grade sandpaper, if necessary.
Installation Procedure
1. Use the J 23907 or J 44809 to install a new seal. Ensure the seal is seated flush to the outer bore area.
2. Install the wheel driveshaft or intermediate drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (See: Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle
Shaft Assembly/Service and Repair/Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement) or Intermediate Drive Shaft Replacement (See: Drive Axles, Bearings and
Joints/Axle Shaft Assembly/Service and Repair/Intermediate Drive Shaft Replacement) .
3. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Maintenance/Wheels and Tires/Service and
Repair) .
