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SECTION 3
SS5-34 Removing and Servicing the Rear Axle
This procedure does not require that the rear end or drive assembly be removed in
order to complete. However, if the rear end assembly is removed from the vehicle,
you may skip procedure #1.
1. Raise and support the rear of the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the four bolts attached to the axle retaining plate.
4. Pull the axle out of housing.
5. Remove the bearing gasket.
6. Inspect all bearings for roughness or play. Replace the bearings as
needed.
7. Inspect the axle for metal fatigue.
8. Install a new rear axle in reverse order.
Always use a lifting strap, hoist and jack stands of adequate
capacity to lift and support the vehicle. Failure to use lifting and
supporting devices of rated load capacity to support the vehicle
may result in serious injury and property damage.
If the bearings are removed from the axle, the axle retainer
and bearings must be replaced with new ones. Failure to
replace these parts could result in the axle coming out of the
vehicle while driving.
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