Output Shaft: Service and Repair

SHAFT - AXLE

REMOVAL





1. Remove half shaft from vehicle.
2. Clean axle seal area.
3. Remove snap ring and O-ring from the axle shaft.
4. Remove axle (1) with Remover 8420A (2) (3) (4) and Slide Hammer C-3752.

INSTALLATION





1. Lubricate bearing bore and seal lip with gear lubricant.
2. Install axle shaft and engage shaft into side gear. Push firmly on axle shaft to engage snap-ring.
3. Install O-ring (1) and snap-ring (2) on shaft (3).
4. Check the differential fluid level and add fluid if necessary.
5. Install half shaft.
6. Install skid plate, if necessary.