Case Extension Replacement. Opel Sintra 1997

For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to

   Caution: To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle at the opposite end from which components are being removed. This will reduce the possibility of the vehicle falling off the hoist.

   in General Information.
2. Remove the right front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the right engine splash shield. Refer to Body Front End.
4. Remove the stabilizer shaft links from the lower control arms. Refer to Front Suspension.
5. Remove the right tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Refer to Power Steering Gear Unit Repair.
6. Remove the right lower ball joint from the steering knuckle. Refer to Front Suspension.
7. Remove the right drive axle from the transaxle. Refer to Drive Axle.
8. Secure the drive axle to the steering knuckle and/or strut.
9. Remove the transaxle brace. Refer to Transmission Brace Replacement .
10. Remove the vehicle speed sensor electrical connector. Refer to Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement .
11. Remove the extension housing bolts.
12. Remove the axle seal.
13. Remove the vehicle speed sensor. Refer to Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement .
14. Remove the extension housing O-rings.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the extension housing O-rings.
2. Install the vehicle speed sensor. Refer to Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement .
3. Install the axle seal.
4. Install the extension housing bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the extension housing bolts to 36 N·m (27 lb ft). Refer to

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.

in General Information.
5. Install the vehicle speed sensor electrical connector. Refer to Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement .
6. Install the transaxle brace. Refer to Transmission Brace Replacement .
7. Install the right drive axle to the transaxle. Refer to Drive Axle.
8. Install the right lower ball joint to the steering knuckle. Refer to Front Suspension.
9. Install the right tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Refer to Power Steering Gear Unit Repair.
10. Install the stabilizer shaft links to the lower control arms. Refer to Front Suspension.
11. Install the right engine splash shield. Refer to Body Front End.
12. Install the right front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tires and Wheels.
13. Lower the vehicle.
14. Adjust the fluid level.
15. Inspect for proper completion of the repairs.
16. Inspect for fluid leaks.