Rear Axle Shaft Replacement
Rear Axle Shaft ReplacementRemoval Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Position a drain pan under the axle.
3. Remove the inner axle using a slide hammer and puller plate.
Installation Procedure
1. Clean the area around the axle bore and housing.
2. Inspect the seal lip for damage, replace if damaged.
3. Lubricate the seal lip with Lithium grease.
4. Inspect the retainer ring on the end on the axle for damage and that it moves freely. replace if damaged.
Important: Ensure the axle shaft splines or the retainer ring do not damage the axle seal when installing the axle.
5. Install the axle shaft into the axle shaft bore.
6. Lightly hit the end of the axle with a soft faced hammer until the retainer clip snaps into place.
7. Check and fill the differential as required.
8. Install the drive shaft.
9. Remove the drain pan.
10. Lower the vehicle.