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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1987SUNBIRD GT, 2D CONVERTIBLE, 2.0 K, AUTOMATICLABOR TIMESOTHER VARIANTDRIVELINES AND AXLESAXLE SHAFTS - FRONTAXLE SHAFT ASSEMBLYREMOVE & INSTALL OR REMOVE & REPLACE
1987 Pontiac Sunbird GT, 2D Convertible, 2.0 K, Automatic
Remove & Install or Remove & Replace
1987 Pontiac Sunbird GT, 2D Convertible, 2.0 K, AutomaticSECTION Remove & Install or Remove & Replace
WARNING: This page is about the Sunbird Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
TRANSAXLE TYPE
NOTE: For Independent Suspension Type Axles, Axle Shaft Assembly consists of Axle Shaft, Boots and Joints.| Applies To | Note | Standard Hours | Warranty Hours | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Both | 2.3 | 1.6 | B | |
| One Side | 1.5 | 0.9 | B | |
| Combination Procedure: AXLE SHAFT: Replace: NOTE: For Independent Suspension Type Axles, this operation consists of dissassembly and reassembly of the Axle Shaft Assembly and replacement of the Axle Shaft. | ||||
| Each | 0.5 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Inner,Each | 0.4 | 0.3 | B | |
| Combination Procedure: CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT BOOT: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Inner &/or Outer,Each Side | 0.5 | 0.4 | B | |
| Combination Procedure: DOUBLE OFFSET JOINT: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Outer,Each | 0.4 | 0.3 | B | |
| Combination Procedure: TRANSAXLE OUTPUT SEAL: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Each | 0.2 | B | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.