Century V6-231 3.8L (1985)
Axle Shaft: Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Drive Shaft Seal Installation Precautions
Bulletin 85-4-3
Date May, '85
Ref. No. 85-229-4
SUBJECT:
DRIVE SHAFT INBOARD THERMOPLASTIC SEAL INSTALLATION
MODELS AFFECTED:
1985 CENTURY, SKYHAWK, SOMERSET REGAL AND ELECTRA
DRIVE SHAFT
The inboard thermoplastic drive shaft seal must be assembled to a specific dimension to prevent ballooning of the seal. Follow these steps when
assembling the seal:
1.
Crimp clamp at drive axle shaft (small end).
2..
Compress joint and seal to 130 mm (5-1/8"). See figure.
3.
Crimp clamp at joint end (large end).
