LH
FINAL DRIVE (Continued)
(35) Install transfer shaft seal protector (special
tool 6592) (Fig. 217). Apply thin film of gear oil to
protector.
Fig. 217 Seal Protector Installation
1 - SEAL PROTECTOR
2 - TRANSFER SHAFT
(36) Apply a small amount of lube to seal lips and
install front transfer shaft seal. The serrated edges
must face toward the rear of the transaxle (Fig. 218).
Fig. 218 Correct Seal Orientation
1 - SEAL PROTECTOR
2 - FRONT TRANSFER SHAFT SEAL
3 - SERRATED SIDE REARWARD
(37) Install seal with special tool 6567A (Fig. 219).
Use a press to install seal. The installation tool will
set the seal depth. Do not use a hammer to install
seal. The seal may be damaged if installed with a
hammer.
Fig. 219 Seal Installation
1 - ARBOR PRESS
2 - SEAL INSTALLER (6567A)
3 - TRANSAXLE CASE
(38) Install rear transfer shaft seal. The seal must
be installed so that the spring side of the seal faces
the installation tool (Fig. 220). Use the same special
tool (6567A) to install the seal. The installation tool
will set the seal depth. Use a press to install this
seal. Do not use a hammer.
Fig. 220 Correct Seal Orientation
1 - REAR TRANSFER SHAFT SEAL
2 - SPRING SIDE OUTWARD
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