Liberty 4WD L4-2.4L DOHC VIN 1 (2005)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Front Axle - 186FIA
Seal - Axle Shaft
SEAL-AXLE SHAFT
REMOVAL
1. Remove half shaft.
2. Remove axle shaft for right side seal removal.
3. Remove shaft seal (1) (Fig. 39) with Remover 7794-A (2) and a slide hammer.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply a light coat of lubricant on the lip of the shaft seal.
2. Install new shaft seal with Installer 8806 (2) (Fig. 40) and Handle C-4171 (1).
3. Install right axle shaft if removed.
4. Install half shaft.
Seal - Pinion
SEAL-PINION
REMOVAL
1. With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
2. Remove brake calipers and rotors.
3. Remove propeller shaft.
4. Rotate pinion gear a minimum of ten times and verify the pinion rotates smoothly.