Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Disconnect the right drive axle from the transaxle. Refer to
Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement
in
Drive Axle.
- Remove the transaxle brace. Refer to
Transmission Brace Replacement
.
- Remove the vehicle speed sensor. Refer to
Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement
.
- Remove the case extension housing bolts (5).
- Remove the case extension housing (6) with the axle seal and the
O-ring (8).
- Inspect the case extension
housing (6) for the following conditions:
• | 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 |
• | Inspect the drive axle seal and replace if necessary |
Installation Procedure
- If removed, install the drive axle seal. Refer to
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Replacement
.
- Install the case extension housing (6) with the axle seal and with the
O-ring (8).
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 case
extension housing bolts (5).
Tighten
Tighten the case extension housing bolts (5) to 36 N·m
(27 lb ft).
- Install the vehicle speed sensor. Refer to
Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement
.
- Install the transaxle brace. Refer to
Transmission Brace Replacement
.
- Connect the right drive axle to the transaxle. Refer to
Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement
in
Drive Axle.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.
- Adjust the fluid level. Refer to the following information.
- Inspect for completion of the repairs.
- Inspect for fluid leaks.