Lucerne V6-3.8L VIN 2 (2006)
the pressure. Shape the halfshaft inboard seal properly by hand. Remove the tool.
13. Position the joint assembly at the proper vehicle dimension.
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For 4.0L and 3.8L supercharged engine vehicles, dimension a = 111 mm (4.37 inch).
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For 3.8L engine vehicles, dimension a = 95 mm (3.75 inch).
14. Align the following items while latching:
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The halfshaft inboard seal
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The tripot housing (2)
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The large seal retaining clamp (3)
Crimp the seal retaining clamp with J 35910 to 176 Nm (130 ft. lbs.). Add the breaker bar (5) and the torque wrench (4) to J 35910 if necessary.
15. Check the gap dimension (a) on the clamp ear. If gap dimension is larger than shown, continue tightening until gap dimension of 2.60 mm (0.102
inch) is reached.