5.20
BODY / SUSPENSION / STEERING
REAR AXLE
Axle Housing Removal
1. Elevate the rear end of the vehicle far enough off the
ground to remove the wheel(s).
2. Loosen and remove the (4) wheel nuts
3. Remove the dust boot to access the rear hub retaining nut.
4. Remove the cotter pin, castle nut and dome washer.
5. Loosen the outer jam nut and back off the inner adjustment
nut on each chain adjuster to remove tension.
6. Remove the (2) fasteners retaining the LH axle housing to
the swing arm.
7. Remove the LH axle housing and spacer from the axle (see
“Axle Housing Service” if replacing the bearing or seal).
8. Remove the (2) bolts retaining the rear brake caliper and
remove the caliper from the disc. CAUTION: Do not hang
the caliper by the brake line. Use a strap or mechanics wire
to hang caliper to prevent damage to the brake line.
Severe injury could occur if machine tips or falls.
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