Axle Assembly

Axle Assembly

Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.





2. Index-mark the driveshaft and flange, remove and discard the 4 bolts.
^ To install, tighten to 112 Nm (83 ft. lbs.).





3. CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components to disconnect the yoke from the flange. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the yoke from the flange.

Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion flange.
^ Position the driveshaft out of the way.
4. Remove the brake caliper support brackets.





5. Disconnect the rear brake anti-lock sensor electrical connector.





6. Disconnect the vent hose.





7. Remove the brake hose Junction block bolt.
^ To install, tighten to 18 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).





8. Remove the brake hose retainer bolt.
^ To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).








9. Separate all parking brake cable and brake lines from the rear axle housing.





10. Support the rear axle with a suitable transmission Jack.





11. Remove the lower shock absorber nuts and bolts.
^ To install, tighten to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.).





12. Remove the rear axle U-bolt assembly.
1 Remove the rear spring plate nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.).
2 Remove the 2 rear spring plate U-bolts.
3 Remove the rear spring plate.
4 Repeat the procedure for the other side.

13. Lower the axle from the vehicle.

Installation
1. Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.