Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement Single Use Fasteners and Components Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Bearing Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Retaining Ring Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal Front Wheel Drive Shaft Nut Front Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Ring Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Front Wheel Drive Shaft Slinger Special Tools Front Drive Axle DT-26941 Bushing and Bearing Remover DT-35512 Inner Pinion Bearing Installer DT-38869 Rear Extension Seal Installer DT-52555 Side Bearing Installer EN-47966 Oil Control Valve Seal Remover GE-02619-A Slide Hammer w/Adapter GE-23907-1 Slide Hammer with Shaft GE-8092 Driver Handle Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools Front Suspension CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator CH-43631 Ball Joint Separator Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools Wheel Drive Shafts DT-45859 Axle Remover Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools

Warning

The battery must be disconnected to prevent the brake master cylinder from pressurizing the hydraulic system during its automated self diagnostic tests that can possibly occur when a door is opened or the key transmitter is activated. Failure to follow this precaution may cause personal injury.

Warning

Brake Dust Warning Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 1

3. {without RC1} Remove the underbody skid shield: 3.1. Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) » Remove [4x] 3.2. Underbody Skid Shield (2) » Remove

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 2

4. {with RC1} Remove the underbody skid shield: 4.1. Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) » Remove [2x] 4.2. Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) » Remove [2x] 4.3. Underbody Skid Shield (3) » Remove
5. Remove the left front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
6. Have an assistant apply the brakes.

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 3

Caution

DO NOT use air tools to remove the wheel drive shaft nut. Damage to the wheel drive shaft threads could occur. Use hand tools only.

7. Front Wheel Drive Shaft Nut (1) » Remove and DISCARD

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 4

8. Install the DT-45859 Axle Remover (2) to the front wheel hub and secure with 2 wheel nuts (1) hand tightened.
9. Using the DT-45859 Axle Remover (2), release the front wheel drive half shaft from the front wheel hub.
10. Remove the 2 wheel nuts (1) and the DT-45859 Axle Remover (2) from the front wheel hub.

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 5

11. Front Brake Hose Bracket Bolt (1) » Remove

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 6

12. { If equipped } Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor (1) @ Front Brake Caliper » Remove

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 7

13. Front Brake Caliper Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]

Caution

Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.

14. Remove the brake caliper and support with heavy mechanics wire. (1)

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 8

15. Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt (1) » Remove
16. Front Wheel Speed Sensor (2) » Remove
17. Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (3) » Remove
18. Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket (4) » Remove

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 9

19. {Without F47} Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (1) » Remove 19.1. Remove the front wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket (2).

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 10

20. {With F47} Electronic Suspension Rear Vertical Accelerometer Bolt (2) » Remove 20.1. Reposition the electronic suspension wheel front vertical accelerometer (3) with the harnesses (1).

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 11

21. Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) » Remove

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 12

Caution

Do not attempt to disconnect a steering linkage joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result which will cause premature failure of the joint.

22. Using CH-43631 Ball Joint Separator (1), remove the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.

Note

Support the lower control arm to prevent over-articulation of the front lower control arm ball joint.

23. Support the lower control arm with a suitable jack stand.

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 13

24. Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut (1) » Remove
25. Front Stabilizer Shaft Link @ Lower Control Arm » Remove

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 14

26. Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) » Loosen

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 15

27. Using the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1), separate the left front upper control arm (2) from the steering knuckle.
28. Remove the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1) from the left front upper control arm (2) and the steering knuckle.

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 16

29. Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) » Remove

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 17

Caution

Wheel drive shaft boots, seals and clamps should be protected from sharp objects any time service is performed on or near the wheel drive shaft(s). Damage to the boot(s), the seal(s) or the clamp(s) may cause lubricant to leak from the joint and lead to increased noise and possible failure of the wheel drive shaft.

Note

Some components not shown for graphic clarity.

30. Using a suitable flat bladed tool (1), release the front wheel drive half shaft (2) from the front differential carrier.

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 18

Note

Some components not shown for graphic clarity.

31. Remove the front wheel drive half shaft (1) from the front axle.
32. Remove the front wheel drive half shaft (1) from the wheel hub.

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 19

33. Front Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Ring (1) » Remove and DISCARD
34. Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal (2) » Remove and DISCARD

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 20

35. Front Wheel Drive Shaft Slinger (1) » Remove and DISCARD

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 21

36. Using the EN-47966 Oil Control Valve Seal Remover (3) and GE-02619-A Slide Hammer w/Adapter (4), Remove the front wheel drive shaft (2).
37. Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Retaining Ring (1) » Remove and DISCARD

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 22

38. Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal (1) » Remove and DISCARD

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 23

39. Using the DT-26941 Bushing and Bearing Remover (2) and GE-23907-1 Slide Hammer with Shaft (3), Remove the front drive axle inner shaft bearing (1). Installation Procedure

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 24

1. Using the DT-52555 Side Bearing Installer (2) and GE-8092 Driver Handle (3), Install front drive axle inner shaft bearing (1).

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 25

2. Using the DT-38869 Rear Extension Seal Installer (2), Install NEW front drive axle inner shaft seal (1).

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 26

3. Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Retaining Ring (1) » Install NEW
4. Front Wheel Drive Shaft (2) » Install

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 27

5. Using the DT-35512 Inner Pinion Bearing Installer (2), Install NEW front wheel drive shaft slinger (1).

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 28

6. Front Differential Carrier Oil Filler Plug (1) » Remove
7. Inspect the gear lubricant level, it should be 16–22 mm (0.6-0.9 in) below the plug opening.
8. If the level is low, add gear lubricant until the level is 16–22 mm (0.6-0.9 in) below the plug opening. Use the appropriate axle lubricant: Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

Caution

Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution.

9. Front Differential Carrier Oil Filler Plug (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Seal and Inner Shaft Bearing Replacement — figure 29

10. Remove any buildup from the front differential carrier output shaft lead in chamfer (1) using an abrasive pad and wipe clean with a shop cloth.

11. Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal (2) » Install NEW

12. Front Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Ring (1) » Install NEW

13. Apply a thin coating of grease to the splines of the front wheel drive half shaft and front differential carrier output shaft. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

Note

Some components not shown for graphic clarity.

14. Install the front wheel drive half shaft (1) into the wheel hub.

15. Install the front wheel drive half shaft (1) into the front axle.

16. Ensure that the left front wheel drive half shaft (1) is fully seated in front differential carrier by pulling on the inner joint.

17. Support the steering knuckle with a suitable jack stand.

18. Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

19. Front Stabilizer Shaft Link @ Front Lower Control Arm » Install

20. Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

21. Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

22. {Without F47} Install the front wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket (2). 22.1. Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

23. {With F47} Install the electronic suspension wheel front vertical accelerometer (3) with the harnesses (1). 23.1. Electronic Suspension Rear Vertical Accelerometer Bolt (2) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

24. Front Wheel Speed Sensor (2) » Install

25. Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

26. Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket (4) » Install

27. Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (3) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

28. If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps: 28.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth. 28.2. Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 28.3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 28.4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.

29. Front Brake Caliper (1) » Install

30. Front Brake Caliper Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

31. Front Brake Hose Bracket Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

32. { If equipped } Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor (1) @ Front Brake Caliper » Install

33. Have an assistant apply the brakes.

Caution

Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution

34. Front Wheel Drive Shaft Nut (1) » Install NEW and tighten — Fastener Specifications

35. Install the left front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation

36. {with RC1} Install the underbody skid shield: 36.1. Underbody Skid Shield (3) » Install 36.2. Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications 36.3. Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

37. {Without RC1} Install the underbody skid shield: 37.1. Underbody Skid Shield (2) » Install 37.2. Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [4x] — Fastener Specifications

38. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.

39. Connect the battery negative cable.