Corvette V8-6.2L (2008)
Important: The seal must not be dimpled, stretched or out of shape in any way.
40. Inspect the seal for proper shape.
If the seal is NOT shaped correctly, equalize the pressure in the seal and shape the seal properly by hand.
41. Inspect the seal for damage.
If the seal has been cut or punctured during assembly, you must discard and replace the seal.
42. Align the following items while latching:
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The wheel drive shaft inboard seal (2)
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The tripot housing
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The large seal retaining clamp (3)
43. Using the J 46588 , latch the large seal retaining clamp. Ensure that the latching tangs are fully engaged in the large seal clamp band.
44. Rotate the inner tripot housing four or five times in order to distribute the grease throughout the tripot spider bearings.
45. Inspect the outer CV joint and wheel drive shaft for smooth operation. This will also distribute the grease within the joint.
1. Hold the wheel drive shaft vertically, with the outer joint at the bottom.
2. Rotate the wheel drive shaft four or five times in a circular motion.
46. Install the wheel drive shaft into the vehicle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (See: Service and Repair) .
