Right

Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Replacement- Right

^ Tools Required
- J 29130 Right Side Axle Seal Installer
- J 37292-B Axle Seal Protector
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the right front tire and wheel.
3. Remove the right engine splash shield.
4. Remove the right stabilizer shaft link from the right lower control arm.
5. Remove the right tie rod end from the right steering knuckle.
6. Remove the right lower ball joint from the right steering knuckle.
7. Disconnect the right drive axle from the transaxle.
8. Secure the right drive axle to the right steering knuckle and strut.
9. Use a screwdriver or other suitable tool in order to pry out the seal. Do NOT damage the seal bore.

Installation Procedure





1. Use a light wipe of transaxle fluid in order to lubricate the seal lip.
2. Use J 29130 in order to install a new seal (4).
3. Install J 37292-B in the seal.

Important: Carefully guide the axle shaft past the lip seal. Do NOT allow the shaft splines to contact any portion of the seal lip surface or damage to the seal will occur.

4. Connect the drive axle to the transaxle.
5. Remove the J 37292-B.
6. Install the right lower ball joint to the right steering knuckle.
7. Install the right tie rod end to the right steering knuckle.
8. Install the right stabilizer shaft link to the right steering knuckle.
9. Install the right engine splash shield.
10. Install the right front tire and wheel.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Adjust the fluid level.
13. Inspect for proper completion of the repairs.
14. Inspect for proper fluid level.
15. Inspect for fluid leaks.