Concorde V6-2.7L VIN R (1998)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Transfer Shaft Seal Replacement
NOTE: If it has been diagnosed that one or both of the transfer shaft seals are leaking, the following procedure can be used to replace failed seals. This
procedure will allow the technician to replace the seals without having to set backlash and measure differential bearing turning torque.
CAUTION: The transfer shaft rear shim, bearing cups and cones, differential bearings and the differential adjusters must be reused to use this
procedure. If any of the items listed above require replacement, refer to Differential Recondition.
1. Remove transaxle from vehicle.
2. Remove valve body from transaxle.
3. Remove solenoid connector from transaxle case.
4. Remove long stub shaft from transaxle.
5. Index the inner differential adjuster with a cross hair as shown.
CAUTION: If short stub shaft has corrosion, use caution when removing differential cover. Inspect seal and shaft for damage after removal of
cover. Replace shaft and/or seal as required.
