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Saturn 22688596 Front Wheel Drive Shaft Assembly

2000-2005 Saturn

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GM 22688596 Front Wheel Drive Shaft Assembly
GM 22688596 Front Wheel Drive Shaft Assembly
  • Part Description
    Shaft Asm,Front Wheel Drive ; Shaft, Front Wheel Drive Axle
  • Position
    Front
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
  • Manufacturer's Notes
    This part is discontinued.
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  • Product Specifications
  • Vehicle Fitment
  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

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  • Product Specifications

    BrandGenuine Saturn
    Manufacturer Part Number22688596
    Part DescriptionShaft Asm,Front Wheel Drive ; Shaft, Front Wheel Drive Axle
    Other NamesAxle Assembly
    Item Dimensions7.4 x 6.2 x 27.8 inches
    Item Weight12.80 Pounds
    PositionFront
    ConditionNew
    Fitment TypeDirect Replacement
    ManufacturerGeneral Motors
    SKU22688596
    WarrantyThis genuine GM part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
    Shipping & ReturnShipping Policy Return Policy
    Warning: California’s Proposition 65

  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Engine Important vehicle option details
    2001-2002 Saturn L1004 Cyl 2.2LL100, L200, L300, LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2, LW200, LW300
    2001-2003 Saturn L2004 Cyl 2.2LL100, L200, L300, LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2, LW200, LW300
    2001-2005 Saturn L3004 Cyl 2.2L, 6 Cyl 3.0LL100, L200, L300, L300-1, L300-2, L300-3, LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2, LW200, LW300, LW300-1, LW300-2, LW300-3
    2000 Saturn LS4 Cyl 2.2L, 6 Cyl 3.0LLS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2
    2000 Saturn LS14 Cyl 2.2LLS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2
    2000 Saturn LS26 Cyl 3.0LLS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2
    2000 Saturn LW14 Cyl 2.2LLS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2
    2000 Saturn LW26 Cyl 3.0LLS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2
    2001-2003 Saturn LW2004 Cyl 2.2LL100, L200, L300, LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2, LW200, LW300
    2001-2003 Saturn LW3006 Cyl 3.0LL100, L200, L300, LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2, LW200, LW300

  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    I would like to confirm if this is the correct part number for my vehicle. Please advise. Thank you. Posted by GMPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    You can Select Your Vehicle to check if 22688596 fits your vehicle.
    Posted by GMPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How do you remove the driveaxle? Posted by Customer
    A:
    To remove the axle shaft, start by setting the parking brake and removing the wheel cover or hubcap. Then, remove the cotter pin from the axle shaft/hub nut and loosen the nut with a large socket and breaker bar. Next, loosen the front wheel lug nuts, raise the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the wheel and the axle shaft/hub nut and washer. Disconnect the tie-rod end and separate the control arm from the steering knuckle. To loosen the axle shaft from the hub splines, tap with a soft-faced hammer at its end or use a puller if necessary. Pull out on steering knuckle to detach it from hub suspending outer end with bungee cord or wire. Before removing axle shaft check for lubricant leakage around differential seal and replace if necessary. Position against inner joint a prybar then carefully pry it off transaxle side gear. Remove axle shaft assembly being careful not to over-extend inner joint or damage axleshaft boots. If transaxle stub shaft comes out with right side of axle shaft inspect oil seal for damage and replace as required. To install axle shaft remove old set-ring and replace with new one. Apply multi-purpose grease around joints' splines. Hold straight out axle shaft and push in sharply to seat set-ring of axle shaft. Check that set-ring has been properly seated by attempting to pull inner CV joint housing out of transaxle using hand only. Clean threads on outer CV joint of axle shaft and coat splines with multi-purpose grease. Guide axle shaft into hub splines then install new axle shaft/hub nut tightening it securely. Reconnect control arm and tie rod end before tightening suspension fasteners. Install wheel followed by lug nuts before lowering vehicle. Finally tighten down Axle Shaft/Hub Nut then install new cotter pin. Tighten wheel lug nuts + if needed add transaxle lubricant.
    Posted by GMPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What components need to be reconnected after driveaxle installation for the 2000 Saturn LS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reconnect the control arm and tie-rod end, then tighten the suspension fasteners.
    Posted by GMPartsGiant Specialist
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