Left M/T Differential Oil Seal Replacement
Left M/T Differential Oil Seal Replacement
Removal
1. Vehicle Lift
1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. MTF Replacement
1. Remove the drain plug (A) and the sealing washer (B), and drain the MTF.
2. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.
3. Left Front Wheel
1. Remove the left front wheel.
4. Lower Ball Joint Lower Arm Side - Disconnection
1. Remove the flange bolt (A).
2. Remove the flange nuts (B).
3. Disconnect the lower ball joint (C) from the lower arm.
5. Driveshaft Front Left - Disconnection Inboard Side
1. Pry the inboard joint (A) from the differential using a pry bar.
NOTE:
* Do not pull on the driveshaft, or the inboard joint may come apart.
* Be careful not to damage the end of the inboard joint using the pry bar.
2. Remove the set ring (A).
6. M/T Differential Oil Seal, Left
1. Remove the oil seal (A) using a pry bar.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the transmission housing while removing the oil seal.
Installation
1. M/T Differential Oil Seal, Left
1. Install the oil seal flush with the transmission housing using the 64 mm oil seal driver.
2. Driveshaft Front Left - Reconnection, Inboard Side
1. Install a new set ring (A).
2. Clean the areas where the driveshaft contacts the differential thoroughly with solvent.
NOTE: Do not wash the rubber parts with solvent.
3. Dry the areas where the driveshaft contacts the differential thoroughly with compressed air.
4. Insert the inboard end (A) of the driveshaft into the differential (B) until the set ring (C) locks in the groove (D).
NOTE: Insert the driveshaft horizontally to prevent damaging the oil seal.
3. Lower Ball Joint Lower Arm Side - Reconnection
1. Connect the lower ball joint (A) to the lower arm.
2. Install the new flange nuts and the new flange bolt in the sequence shown.
4. Left Front Wheel
1. Install the left front wheel.
NOTE: Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces between the brake disc and the inside of the wheel.
5. Driveshaft After Install Check
1. Turn the wheel by hand, and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and surrounding parts.
6. MTF Replacement
1. Remove the filler plug (A) and the sealing washer (B).
2. Refill the transmission with MTF to the proper level (C). Always use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF).
3. Reinstall the filler plug with a new sealing washer.
7. Pre-Alignment Checks
For proper inspection and adjustment of the wheel alignment, do these checks:
1. Release the parking brake to avoid an incorrect measurement.
2. Make sure the suspension is not modified.
3. Make sure the fuel tank is full, and that the spare tire, the jack, and the tools are in place on the vehicle.
4. Check the tire size and tire pressure according to tire information.
8. Caster - Inspection
Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
1. Check the caster angle.
* If the measurement is within specifications, measure the front camber angle.
* If the measurement is not within specifications, check for bent or damaged suspension components.
9. Camber - Inspection
Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
1. Check the camber angle.
* If the measurement is within specification, measure the toe-in.
* If the measurement for the front camber is not within the specification, go to front camber adjustment.
* If the measurement for the rear camber is not within the specification, check for bent or damaged suspension components.
10. Front Toe - Inspection
Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
1. Set the steering column to the middle tilt position and telescopic positions.
2. Center the steering wheel spokes, and install a steering wheel holder tool.
3. Check the toe with the wheels pointed straight ahead.
Front toe-in: 0±2 mm (0±0.08 in)
* If adjustment is required, go to the front toe adjustment.
* If no adjustment is required, remove the alignment equipment.
11. Turning Angle - Inspection
Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
1. Turn the wheel right and left while applying the brake, and measure the turning angle of both wheels.
2. If the measurement is not within the specifications, even up both sides of the tie-rod threaded section length while adjusting the front toe.
3. If it is correct, but the turning angle is not within the specifications, check for bent or damaged suspension components.
12. Test Drive
1. Test-drive the vehicle.
13. Maintenance Minder Reset
1. After doing all procedures, select the individual maintenance item you wish to reset with the HDS (See the Maintenance Minder General Information).