Differential Output Seal (LH)

4. Install the transaxle to it’s mountings. Use new bolts. Torque bolts (x4 on each mount) to 20-30 Nm. Remove the support.

5. Install the breather pipe.
6. Install the oil cooler.

7. Install the halfshafts. Torque bolts to 70.5 Nm.
8. Install the subframe brace. Torque bolts to 85 Nm.
9. Install the road wheels (Refer to ‘Road Wheel Nut Torque Tightening’, page 4-5-7)).
10. Complete a test drive to ensure correct operation.
11. Check gearbox oil level.

Differential Output Seal (LH)

If replacing both LH and RH seals at the same time, change the LH seal first.

When replacing the RH seal the LH output shaft will hold the differential unit in place.

Removal

1. Disconnect the vehicle battery.
2. Raise the vehicle and make safe.
3. Remove the LH road wheel and road wheel arch liner.
4. Remove the rear undertray.
5. Remove the service brake and handbrake calipers (Refer to ‘Brake System (06.00)’, page 6-1-1).
6. Remove the vertical link (Refer to ‘Rear Suspension (04.02)’, page 4-3-1).
7. Drain in the differential oil.

8. Remove the halfshaft bolts (x6) and washers (x3). Withdraw the halfshaft.