Axle Shaft: Service and Repair

Rear Axle Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution (Brake Dust Caution) .




1. Remove the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .




2. Remove the clip retaining the rear brake drum, if required.




3. Remove the rear brake drums from the vehicle.
4. Remove the rear axle housing cover.




5. Remove the lock pin bolt.




6. Remove the pinion shaft.




7. Remove the C-lock from the rear axle.




8. Remove the rear axle shaft.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the rear axle shaft.




2. Install the C-lock to the rear axle.




3. Install the pinion shaft.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

4. Install the lock bolt .

Tighten the lock bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).




5. Install the rear brake drums from the vehicle.
6. Install the rear axle housing cover and gasket. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (Service and Repair) .
7. Fill the rear axle with fluid. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.0 Inch Axle) (Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.0 Inch Axle))Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.6 Inch axle) (Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)) .




8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .