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Tools Required

J 39051-2 Left Seal Driver

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the left drive axle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  2. Important : Be careful not to damage the transmission case cover when removing the seal .


    Object Number: 683842  Size: SH
  3. Remove the drive axle seal (1). Pry out the seal from the transmission.
  4. Inspect the drive axle seal mating surface on the drive axle housing for corrosion, grooves or nicks.
  5. Clean the drive axle seal mating surface on the drive axle housing with crocus cloth.

Installation Procedure

    Important: Be careful not to damage the transmission case cover when installing the drive axle seal.


    Object Number: 683831  Size: SH
  1. Install the left-hand drive axle seal (1) using the J 39051-2 and a hammer.
  2. Install the left drive axle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .