GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2006 🢒 Pursuit 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Manual Transmission - Getrag 5 Speed 🢒 Axle Shaft Oil Seal Replacement

Tools Required

    • J 44385 Differential Bearing Race and Seal Installer
    • J 7079-2 Non-threaded Driver Handle
    • J 23907 Slide Hammer with Bearing Adapter

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the front wheel and tire assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the wheel driveshaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .

    4. Object Number: 863208 Size: SH
  4. Use the J 23907 in order to remove the seal.
  5. Inspect the seal bore for nicks or for burrs. Clean the bore with a fine grade sandpaper, if necessary.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 857191 Size: SH
  1. Use the J 44385 and the J 7079-2 in order to install a new seal. Ensure the seal is seated flush to the outer bore area.
  2. Lubricate the seal with transmission fluid. Refer to Lubrication Specifications .
  3. Install the wheel driveshaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  4. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  5. Lower the vehicle.