VUE FWD L4-2.4L Hybrid (2007)
Pinion Flange: Service and Repair
Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement
Tools Required
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J 44851 Pinion Seal Installer
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J 44873 Pinion Flange Holder and Remover
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Index mark the propeller shaft at the power take-off unit (PTU) output flange and at the rear drive module input flange.
3. Place an adjustable support at the front and the rear of the propeller shaft.
4. Remove the rear drive module (RDM) propeller shaft guard (2) mounting bolts (1)
5. Remove the bolts securing the propeller shaft to the RDM flange.