For 1990-2009 cars

#### Tools Required

• | J 8059 Snap Ring Pliers

• | J 35566 Seal Clamp Pliers

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the drive axle from the vehicle. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
2. Remove the large seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.
3. Remove the small seal retaining clamp. Discard the clamp.
4. Degrease the joint.
5. Spread the snap ring using the J 8059 (1) and remove the outer joint from the axle shaft.
6. Remove the seal from the joint assembly.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the seal onto the axle shaft.
2. Spread the snap ring using the snap ring pliers J 8059 (1) and install the outer joint onto the axle shaft.
3. Fill the joint seal with 170-190 g (6.0-6.7 ounces) of the recommended grease. Repack the joint with 170-190 g (6.0-6.7 ounces) of the recommended grease.
4. Install a new large seal retaining clamp and a new small seal retaining clamp.
5. Crimp the new small seal retaining clamp and the new large seal retaining clamp using the seal clamp pliers J 35566 (1).
6. Install the drive axle shaft to the vehicle. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .