Vitara JX (2Dr) 4WD L4-1.6L DOHC MFI (1999)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
REAR CASE OIL SEAL
1) Lift up vehicle horizontally.
2) Give match marks on joint flange and propeller shaft as shown in figure.
3) Remove 4 bolts from rear propeller shaft flange and remove propeller shaft.
4) Using screwdriver, remove oil seal.
5) Using special tool(A) and plastic hammer, pressfit new oil seal up to case surface. Be sure to apply grease to oil seal lip.
"A": Grease 99000-25010
Special Tool (A): 09940-53111
6) Clean and inspect sliding portion of propeller shaft front end (where oil seal contacts) before installation and if even small dent or scratch exists,
correct and clean it again. Then apply grease inside splines of propeller shaft.
"B": Grease 99000-25010
7) Install propeller shaft and torque universal joint flange bolts to specification.
CAUTION: Be sure to use only specified bolts, nuts and lock washers for universal joint flange.
Tightening Torque: (a): 50 Nm (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 ft. lbs.)