Installation

Fig. 1 Exploded View Of Dana Rear Drive Axle With 10 1/2 Inch Ring Gear:

Fig. 7 Measuring Brake Drum Inside Diameter:

Fig. 8 Adjusting Brake Shoes To Brake Drum Inside Diameter:

1. If brake shoes have been replaced or the adjusting screw has been moved the shoes should be adjusted. To do this use a suitable brake drum to shoe gauge, measure brake drum inside diameter. Adjust brake shoes to dimension obtained on outside portion of gauge.
2. Install hub and drum to the axle tube.

a. Be sure the inner bearing and the oil seal are positioned properly.
b. Apply a light coat of high melting point bearing lubricant to the contact surfaces and the outside of the axle tube.

3. Install outer bearing and inner lock nut.
4. Adjust wheel bearings:
a. Torque inner lock nut to 68 Nm (50 ft lb) while rotating wheel.
b. Ensure bearing surfaces are in contact, then back adjusting nut off 1/8 turn.
5. Install lock washer.
6. Install outer lock nut. Torque to 88 Nm (65 ft lb). Bend tangs of lock washer over flat of outer lock nut.
7. Install a new axle shaft gasket (if used) or apply RTV sealer.

Removing Or Installing Axle Shaft Bolts:

8. Install axle shaft.
9. Install tire and wheel assembly.
10. Lower vehicle.