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Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Replacement|Page 9976 > < M/T - Growling/Grinding Noise in 3rd/4th Gear|Page 9971
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Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Replacement

Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Replacement

Tools Required

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J 44385Differential Bearing Race and Seal Installer

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J 7079-2 Non-threaded Driver Handle

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SA9133T Axle Seal Puller

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire assemblies.
3. Remove the wheel driveshaft.

4. Use the SA9133T 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 44385 and the J 7079-2 in order to install a new seal. Ensure that the seal is seated flush to the outer bore area.
2. Lubricate the seal with Dexron(R)-III transmission fluid Saturn P/N 21019223.
3. Install the wheel driveshaft.
4. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies.
5. Lower the vehicle.

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