Tools Required

J 21426 Extension Housing Seal Installer

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the catalytic converter support bracket.
3. Remove the catalytic converter from the vehicle. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
4. remove the transmission mount from the vehicle. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement .
5. Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
6. Remove the case extension bolts (1).
7. Remove the case extension (2).
8. Remove the case extension O ring (3). Discard the O ring (3).



9. Remove the output shaft sleeve (1), if necessary.
10. Remove the output shaft seal (2), if necessary.

1. Install the output shaft sleeve seal (2), if necessary.
2. Install the output shaft sleeve (1) using J 21426 , if necessary.



3. Install a new case extension seal using a soft face hammer and J 21426 .



4. Install a new case extension O ring (3).
5. Install the case extension (2).

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.

6. Install the case extension bolts (1).

Tighten
Tighten the case extension bolts (1) to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

7. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
8. Install the catalytic converter from the vehicle. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
9. Install the catalytic converter support bracket.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Check the transmission fluid level.