Tracker 4WD L4-1.6L VIN 6 (1998)
1. Install the new rear axle shaft inner oil seal (1) into the rear axle housing using J 29039 and J 8092.
2. Apply a coat of wheel bearing lubricant GM P/N 1051344, or the equivalent, to the new rear axle shaft inner oil seal lip.
3. Install the rear axle shaft into the rear axle housing. Refer to Axle Shaft Replacement in Axle Shaft, Conventional Fixed/Floating.
4. Install the brake drum to the rear axle. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement in Drum Brakes.
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Wheel Installation in Tires and Wheels.
6. Apply a coat of GM P/N 12346004, or the equivalent, to the threaded portion of the rear axle housing drain plug.
7. Install the rear axle housing drain plug (2) into the rear axle housing.
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Tighten the rear axle housing drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
8. Rear the rear axle housing with approximately 2.2 liters (4.6 pints) of 8OW-90 GL5 lubricant GM P/N 12345977, or the equivalent. The oil level
should be even with the bottom of the rear axle housing level/filler plug hole.
9. Install the rear axle housing oil level/filler plug into the rear axle housing.
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Tighten the rear axle housing oil level/filler plug to 43 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
10. Remove the drain pan from underneath the rear axle housing.
11. Lower the vehicle.
