Tools Required
• | J 41227 Output Shaft Sleeve Remover |
• | J 41228 Stub Shaft Sleeve Installer |
Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the drive axle assembly. Refer to
Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement
in Wheel Drive Shafts.
- Remove the snap ring from axle.
- Remove the stub axle seal.
- Use the J 41227
to remove the sleeve from the stub axle.
Installation Procedure
Important
- The stub axle shaft sleeve and seal must be replaced together. DO NOT replace the sleeve or seal seperately.
- Use the J 41228
to install a new sleeve on the stub axle shaft. Ensure that the collet is located in the snap ring groove when installing.
- Install the new stub axle seal.
- Install one new snap ring on the output shaft.
- Install the drive axle assembly. Refer to
Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement
in Wheel Drive Shafts.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Inspect the output axle shaft sleeve for leaks.
- Inspect the transmission oil level. Refer to
Transmission Fluid Check
.