Equinox AWD V6-3.4L VIN F (2006)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
AF33-5 - Automatic Transaxle
Drive Axle Shaft Seal Replacement (Right)
Drive Axle Shaft Seal Replacement (Right)
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Tools Required
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J 45000 Seal Remover
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J 45187 Differential Output Shaft Oil Seal Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Place a drain pan under the transaxle to catch any spilled transaxle fluid.
3. Remove the right front wheel drive shaft.
4. Vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (AWD), remove the transfer case.
5. If equipped with an axle seal dust cover, discard it and do not replace it.
6. Using the J 45000 remove the right drive axle seal from the transaxle.
7. Clean the seal bore in the transaxle housing.
Installation Procedure
1. Using the J 45187, install the right drive axle seal onto the transaxle.
2. Vehicles equipped with AWD, install the transfer case.
3. Install the right front wheel drive shaft.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Important: Dextron III automatic transmission fluid is not compatible with this transaxle. If Dextron III ATF is used, transaxle failure will result.