1800 SRM 1038 Repair
2. Apply Permatex 51D or its equivalent to the
outer diameter of the seal casing.
3. Position the seal over the bore so that the metal
part of the seal is up.
CAUTION
Do not apply pressure to the inner metal part of
the seal. Apply pressure only to the outer diam-
eter of the ring on the seal. The application of
pressure to the inner diameter of the ring dam-
ages the seal.
NOTE: On seals with flanges, tap on the sleeve until
the flange touches the outer surface of the hub. See
Figure 27.
NOTE: On seals without flanges, press the seal in the
hub until the top of the seal is even with the outer
surface of the hub. See Figure 28.
4. Use a sleeve that is installed on the outer metal
flange of the seal and a leather or plastic mallet
to install the seal.
A. APPLY PRESSURE HERE
1. INNER BEARING CONE
2. INNER BEARING CUP
3. SINGLE HUB
4. SEAL
Figure 27. Single-Hub Seal With Flanges
A. DO NOT STRIKE HERE
1. INNER BEARING CONE
2. INNER BEARING CUP
3. SINGLE HUB
4. SEAL
Figure 28. Single-Hub Seal Without Flanges
Spindle and Brake Cover
If necessary, install the spindle and the cover of the
brakehousingontheaxlehousingaccordingtothe
following procedure:
WARNING
Small amounts of acid vapor are present when
applying some silicone gasket materials. To
prevent possible serious personal injury, make
sure there is good ventilation in the work
area. If the silicone gasket material gets in
your eyes, flush your eyes with water for 15
minutes. Have your eyes checked by a doctor.
NOTE: On some axle assemblies, the brake cover
is mounted between the spindle and axle housing
flanges. Use the following procedure to install the
spindle and brake cover; but first, install the brake
cover followed by the spindle.
1. Install two studs opposite each other on the axle
housing flange. Verify the studs are long enough
to support the spindle and brake cover.
2. Apply a bead of silicone gasket material on the
mounting surface of the axle housing flange. The
bead must go around each capscrew hole. See
Figure 29.
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