Differential Side Seal, Automatic Transaxle
SPECIAL TOOLS- Handle tool No. 999 1801, or equivalent
- Disconnecting tool No. 999 5462, or equivalent
- Drift tool No. 999 5541, or equivalent
- Protective sleeves tool No. 999 5562, or equivalent
- Protractor tool No. 951 2050, or equivalent
- Refer to special tool section for additional tool information. Tools and Equipment
PROCEDURE
1. If it will be necessary to replace or repair drive shafts, refer to Axle Shaft Assembly, Constant Velocity Type
2. Remove front wheels
- Detach:
Bracket for brake hose and ABS cable.
Let bracket hang loose.
Link from anti-roll bar
Link/ball joint from stub axle (both sides).
Install protective sleeves tool No. 999 5562, or equivalent, on ball joints.
3. Left side:
- Detach drive shaft from transmission
- Use disconnecting tool No. 999 5462, or equivalent, between the transmission and the inside of drive shaft joint.
- Fold out spring strut and remove drive shaft from transmission.
- Let drive shaft end rest on sub-frame.
4. Right side:
- Remove:
Splashguard from beneath engine
Bearing cap for drive shaft support bearings.
- Detach drive shaft.
- Press on the inner portion of shaft and at the same time fold out the spring strut.
Let drive shaft end rest on hose to steering gear.
5. Removal of seal ring
- Use a crowbar.
6. Installation of new seal
- Apply a small amount of grease to sealing lip.
- Use drift tool No. 999 5541 and handle tool No. 999 1801, or equivalents.
NOTE: Do not use the old type of drift (tool No. 999 5478).
- Left side:
Place the side of the drift marked AW against the seal ring.
- Right side:
Place the side of the drift marked AW against the seal ring turned as shown in the illustration.
- Carefully tap in the seal ring until the drift is up against the transmission housing.
7. Installation of right drive shaft
NOTE: Make sure that the seal rings in the transmission and the boot on the drive shaft are not damaged.
- Replace bearing cap.
Tighten to: 25 Nm
8. Installation of left drive shaft
- Ensure that the Anti-Lock Braking System ABS sensor pulse wheel is free from dirt.
- Press the drive shaft in firmly so that it locks on to the differential gear.
Ensure that the drive shaft lock ring sits in its locking groove
Check by pulling carefully on the drive shaft CV housing.
NOTE: Make sure that the seal rings in the transmission and the boot on the drive shaft are not damaged.
9. Reinstall:
- Link/ball joint to stub axle.
Remove sleeve tool No. 999 5562, or equivalent, from the ball joint.
Use new nuts on the screws.
Tighten to: 40 Nm.
- Link to anti-roll bar.
Use a new nut.
Tighten to: 50 Nm
- Brake hose bracket.
10. Reinstallation of wheels
- Reinstall the wheels on both sides:
Lubricate the hub center location dowel for the rim with rust inhibitor part No. 1161030-0, or equivalent.
Tighten the studs lightly.
Then tighten diagonally to: 110 Nm.
11. Check transmission oil level.
- Refer to Checking/Adjusting Oil Level. Testing and Inspection