Differential Seals - RH: Installation

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Using the Output Shaft Oil Seal (4X2) Installer, install the RH differential seal.

Fig 1: Output Shaft Oil Seal (4x2) Installer
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Install the RH halfshaft. For additional information, refer to INSTALLATION .
Clean the drain plug threads and install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
NOTE: Inspect the plug and washer for damage and install a new plug if necessary.

Fig 2: Locating Drain Plug
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Remove the fill plug on the side of the transaxle.

Fig 3: Locating Fill Plug
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Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid as specified until the level reaches the bottom of the fill plug hole.
Install the fill plug.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
NOTE: Clean the area around the fill plug removing transmission fluid that may have spilled on the transaxle case.

NOTE: Inspect the plug and washer for damage and install a new plug if necessary.

Fig 4: Locating Fill Plug
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Start the engine and check for correct forward and reverse operation.
NOTE: The check and fill plug is located on the left side of the transaxle near the front.

NOTE: The transmission fluid is checked and filled by removing the fill plug and adding transmission fluid to the bottom of the fill plug hole.
Install the underbody cover and 7 screws.

Fig 5: Locating Underbody Cover Screws
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