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Forward Servo Replacement

Removal Procedure

- Tools Required
- J 28467-A Engine Support Fixture
- J 28467-90 Engine Support Adapter
- J 36462 Support Adapter Leg Set





1. Install the J 28467-A.
2. Install the J 28467-90.
3. Install the J 36462.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the power steering gear and hang from the exhaust pipe. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement in Steering and Suspension.
6. Remove the transaxle mount lower bolts. Refer to Automatic Transmission Mount Replacement.
7. Remove the engine mount lower bolts.
8. Remove the power steering cooler pipe from the right side of the frame. Refer to Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement in Steering and Suspension.
9. Support the rear of the frame.
10. Loosen the frame bolts. Refer to Frame Removal in Body and Frame.
11. Adjust the jackstand to lower the rear of the frame.
12. Position a drain pan under the forward servo cover.
13. Remove the bolts attaching the servo cover to the transaxle case.
14. Remove the forward servo cover.
15. Remove the forward servo cover O-ring.
16. Remove the servo piston assembly.
17. Remove the servo spring.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the servo spring.
2. Install the servo piston assembly.
3. Install the forward servo cover O-ring.
4. Install the forward servo cover.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the forward servo cover attaching bolts.
- Tighten the forward servo cover attaching bolts to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
6. Remove the drain pan from under the forward servo cover.
7. Raise the rear of the frame.
8. Install the frame bolts. Refer to Frame Removal in Body and Frame.
9. Remove the support from the rear of the frame.
8. Secure the left wheel drive shaft to the left steering knuckle and strut.
9. Using J 6125-B with J 6125-1B and J 23129, remove the wheel drive shaft oil seal (409) from the transmission (401).

Installation Procedure

- Tools Required
- J 34115 Left Side Axle Seal Installer
- J 37292-B Axle Seal Protector

1. Use a light wipe of transaxle fluid to lubricate the seal lip.
2. Install the J 37292-B into the new seal (409).
3. Using the J 34115 install a new seal (409).

Important: Carefully guide the axle shaft past the lip seal. Do NOT allow the shaft splines to contact any portion of the seal lip surface or damage to the seal will occur.

4. Install the wheel drive shaft to the transaxle.
5. Remove the J 37292-B.
6. Install the left lower ball joint to the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Ball Joint Replacement in Steering and Suspension.
7. Install the left tie rod end to the left steering knuckle. Refer to Tie Rod End Replacement Outer in Steering and Suspension.
8. Install the left stabilizer shaft link to the left lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement in Steering and Suspension.
9. Install the left engine splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine (Right) or Splash Shield Replacement - Engine (Left) in Body and Frame.
10. Install the left front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Wheels, Tires and Alignment
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Refill the automatic transmission with automatic transmission fluid. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure.
13. Inspect for automatic transmission fluid leaks.