SL L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8 (1997)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Left Side Axle Seal
CAUTION: MAKE SURE VEHICLE IS PROPERLY SUPPORTED AND SQUARELY POSITIONED. TO HELP AVOID PERSONAL
INJURY WHEN A VEHICLE IS ON A HOIST, PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR IRE VEHICLE ON THE OPPOSITE END
FROM WHICH COMPONENTS ARE BEING REMOVED.
REMOVAL
1. Position vehicle on hoist.
2. Raise vehicle.
3. Remove left front wheel.
4. Drain transaxle fluid.
5. Remove cotter pin from lower ball joint and discard. Loosen nut and back off until top of nut is even with top of threads.