Grand AM V6-3.4L VIN E (2001)
4. Install the spacer ring (3) on the halfshaft bar (4) into the second groove.
5. Slide the tripot joint spider assembly (2) toward the spacer ring (3) as far as it will go on the halfshaft bar (4). If necessary, use a brass hammer.
6. Install the spacer ring (2) in the groove of the halfshaft (1) using J 8059.
7. Place approximately half of the grease from the service kit in the inboard seal. Use the remainder of the grease to repack the housing.
8. Install the trilobal tripot bushing to the housing. Ensure the trilobal tripot bushing is flush with the face of the housing.
9. Position the larger new clamp on the inboard seal.
10. Slide the housing over the tripot joint spider assembly on the halfshaft bar.
11. Slide the large diameter of the inboard seal (2), with the larger clamp in place (3), over the outside of the trilobal tripot bushing and locate the lip
of the seal in the groove.
Important: The halfshaft inboard seal (2) must not be dimpled, stretched out or out of shape in any way. If the halfshaft inboard seal (2) is not
shaped correctly, carefully insert a thin flat blunt tool (no sharp edges) between the large seal opening and the trilobal tripot bushing to equalize the
pressure. Shape the halfshaft inboard seal properly by hand. Remove the tool.
12. Position the joint assembly at the proper vehicle dimension.
Important: Align the following items while latching:
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The halfshaft inboard seal (3)
