GM 24288437 Seal Kit, Front Wheel Drive Shaft

Internal oil leaks can result from the deterioration of the wheel seals; replacement of the seals can be done independently of the transaxle removal. These seals are on the two sides of the transaxle between the inner Constant Velocity (CV) joints and the differential. Another common test for leakage is to raise the car and place it on jackstands; if the seal is leaking, some fluid will be on the side of the transaxle. Drain the transaxle lubricant first, remove the driveaxle; if the right side wheel seal is to be replaced, then remove the intermediate shaft as well. To remove the right side seal, use a screwdriver or prybar and gently leverage it out of the transaxle bore; however, if the seal is stubbornly stuck, then there is a special tool for this purpose. Finally, if the carrier flange is from the left side seal, remove the old bolt and just throw it away, then screw in the new ones provided. For instance, it is possible to use a screwdriver or prybar to remove the wheel seal from the carrier flange; it is also possible to take out the O-ring from the groove on the rear side of the carrier flange. Fit the new wheel seal into position by using a seal driver or a large deep socket, so as to push or drive the wheel seal squarely into contact with the transaxle case or carrier flange and lubricate the lip of the new seal with multi-purpose grease. Typically, for the left side seal, it is required to insert a new O-ring into the groove located at the rear of the carrier and lubricate it; after that, the carrier flange has to be fitted on the transaxle and the new bolts have to be tightened to the specified torque. Last, replace and reinstall the driveaxle, thereby avoiding exerting force on the lip of the new seal, and fill the transaxle with the correct lubricant.

Block the front wheels to prevent rolling.

If leakage is suspected, raise the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands; fluid will be found on the sides of the transaxle if the seal is leaking.

Replacement of these seals is relatively easy since the repairs can be performed without removing the transaxle from the vehicle.

Install the driveaxle, and the installation is the reverse of removal. Check the transaxle fluid level, adding if necessary.

Remove the driveaxle(s).

The old seal can be carefully pried out using a screwdriver or a special seal removal tool if necessary.

Compare the old seal to the new one to ensure it's correct, then coat the inside and outside diameters of the new seal with transaxle fluid.

After raising the vehicle and supporting it securely on jackstands, place the transaxle in Neutral and block the front wheels to prevent rolling.

Carefully pry the oil seal out of the transaxle bore using a screwdriver or prybar; if it cannot be removed this way, a special oil seal removal tool will be necessary.