OEM 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Wheel Seal

2007 Chevrolet Equinox Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the left rear axle wheel seal on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox?

  A: You should begin by supporting the vehicle and draining the rear Differential as the first step when replacing a left rear Axle Shaft seal. Start by removing both the exhaust system together with the spare tire that is mounted on the vehicle. Replacement of the propeller shaft requires only relocation to the side followed by securing mechanics wire for support. First isolate the rear Differential with a transmission jack and detach the left rear wheel drive shaft and the propeller shaft. The removal sequence begins with taking out the left rear Differential support bolt and continuing with the left Differential mount before ending with the right Differential support bushing nut . Those working must lower the Differential to replace the Axle Shaft seal by using j 8092 driver handle and j 33832 rear bearing installer. Before inserting the new Axle Shaft seal use the j 8092 and j 33832 tools together for proper installation. Set the Differential inside the rear cradle before tightening the left rear support bolt and the right Differential support bushing nut and the left Differential mount. The procedure concludes with the left rear wheel drive shaft reinstallation then the propeller shaft installation followed by installation of the exhaust system and spare tire. You should fill the back Differential with fluid during the final step.