Stub shaft seal removal
Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement
Tools Required
Tools Required
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>• </TD><TD vAlign=top>J 23907 Slide Hammer with Bearing Adapter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>• </TD><TD vAlign=top>J 29369-1 Bushing and Bearing Remover</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>• </TD><TD vAlign=top>J 42211 Axle Bearing Installer</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>• </TD><TD vAlign=top>J 42738 Seal Installer</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>• </TD><TD vAlign=top>J 8092 Universal Driver Handle - ¾ in-10 </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
Removal Procedure<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>• </TD><TD vAlign=top>J 29369-1 Bushing and Bearing Remover</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>• </TD><TD vAlign=top>J 42211 Axle Bearing Installer</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>• </TD><TD vAlign=top>J 42738 Seal Installer</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>• </TD><TD vAlign=top>J 8092 Universal Driver Handle - ¾ in-10 </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
- Raise the vehicle.
- Remove the left or the right wheel drive shaft as necessary.
- Important: Do not damage the case.
- If replacing the left side seal and/or bearing, perform the following steps:<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>3.1. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Remove the left inner axle shaft (Oldsmobile only).</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>3.2. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Remove the inner axle shaft seal cover.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>3.3. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the J 29369-1 to the backside of the inner axle shaft bearing.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>3.4. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the J 23907 to theJ 29369-1 .</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>3.5. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Remove the inner axle shaft bearing by pulling on the J 23907 .</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> - Mount the inner axle shaft seal cover in a vise.
- Install the J 29369-1 to the backside of the inner axle shaft seal.
- Install the J 23907 to theJ 29369-1 .
- Remove the inner axle shaft seal by pulling on the J 23907 .
- If replacing the right side seal and/or bearing, perform the following steps:<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>8.1. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Remove the inner axle shaft and housing assembly. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>8.2. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Remove the inner axle shaft from the inner axle shaft housing. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>8.3. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the J 29369-1 (2) to the backside of the bearing.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>8.4. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the J 23907 (1) to the J 29369-1 (2).</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>8.5. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Remove the bearing and the seal by pulling on the J 23907 (1).</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
- If installing the right side bearing and/or seal, perform the following steps:<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>1.1. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the bearing with the square shoulder in using the J 42211 and the J 8092 .</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>1.2. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the new axle shaft seal using the J 42738 .</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>1.3. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the inner axle shaft to the inner axle shaft housing. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>1.4. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the inner axle shaft and housing assembly. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> - If installing the left side bearing and/or seal, perform the following steps:<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>2.1. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the bearing with the square shoulder in using the J 42211 and the J 8092 .</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<TABLE border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>2.2. </TD><TD vAlign=top>Install the new axle shaft seal into the inner axle shaft seal cover using the J 42738 .</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> - Install the inner axle shaft seal cover.Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the inner axle shaft seal cover bolts.Tighten
Tighten the inner axle shaft seal cover to 25 N·m (18 lb ft). - Install the left inner axle shaft (Oldsmobile only).Carefully tap the inner axle shaft into place with a soft mallet.
- Install the wheel drive shaft.
- Inspect the axle lubricant level and add, if necessary.
- Lower the vehicle.
Last edited by shawnvw; Sep 13, 2009 at 8:39 AM.
Special Tools
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</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 23907
Slide Hammer
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</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 29369-1
Bushing/Bearing Remover
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</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 29369-2
Bushing/Bearing Remover (2"-3")
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</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 42211
Shaft Seal Installer
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</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 42738
Front Output Shaft Seal Installer
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<TABLE border=1 width="95%"><TBODY><TR><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Illustration
</TH><TH vAlign=bottom align=middle>Tool Number/Description
</TH></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle></TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>
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</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 23907Slide Hammer
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle>
</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 29369-1Bushing/Bearing Remover
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle>
</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 29369-2Bushing/Bearing Remover (2"-3")
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</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 42211
Shaft Seal Installer
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle></TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle>
</TD><TD vAlign=center align=middle>J 42738
Front Output Shaft Seal Installer
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