Extension Housing: Service and Repair
Case Extension Housing ReplacementRemoval Procedure
1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Disconnect the right drive axle from the transaxle.
4. Remove the transaxle brace.
5. Remove the vehicle speed sensor.
6. Remove the case extension housing bolts (5).
7. Remove the case extension housing (6) with axle seal and the O-ring (8).
8. Inspect the case extension (6) for the following conditions and replace if necessary:
^ A damaged or porous sealing surface for the case extension seal
^ A damaged or porous sealing surface for the vehicle speed sensor
^ A damaged or porous sealing surface for the right drive axle oil seal
^ A damaged or porous sealing surface for the case extension housing
^ A damaged or worn differential carrier bushing or output shaft bearing
^ Damaged bolt holes
^ A damaged drive axle seal
Installation Procedure
1. If removed, install the drive axle seal. to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Replacement- Right.
2. Install the case extension housing (6) with the axle seal and the O-ring (8).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the case extension housing bolts (5).
^ Tighten the case extension housing bolts (5) to 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the vehicle speed sensor.
5. Install the transaxle brace.
6. Connect the right drive axle to the transaxle.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable.
Notice: Refer to Do Not Overfill Transmission in Service Precautions.
9. Adjust the fluid level.
10. Inspect for completion of the repairs.
11. Inspect for fluid leaks.