Montana V6-3.4L VIN E (2002)
seal in the groove.
Important: The inboard seal (2) must not be dimpled, stretched out or out of shape in any way. If the 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 inboard
seal properly by hand. Remove the tool.
16. Position the joint assembly at the proper vehicle dimension (dimension a = 125.7 mm (5 inch)).
Important: Align the following items while latching:
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The inboard seal
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The housing (2)
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The large seal retaining clamp (3)
17. Crimp the seal retaining clamp (3) with J 35910.
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Crimp the clamp (3) to 174 Nm (130 ft. lbs.).
18. Check the gap dimension on the clamp ear.
Continue tightening until the gap dimension is reached (dimension a= 2.3 mm (3/32 inch) maximum).
