Removal and Installation

Fig. 4 Exploded view of rear drive axle:

1. Remove bolts from upper shock absorber attaching body.
2. Raise rear of vehicle and support with safety stands, then remove wheels.
3. Drive out spring pins at both ends of drive axle, Fig. 4.
4. Remove outer D.O.J. (double offset joint) from rear axle spindle by pushing inner D.O.J. fully toward rear differential and pushing brake drum downward. Then remove inner end of drive axle.
5. Reverse procedure to install. Torque shock absorber upper bolts to 65-94 ft.lbs. (9-13 kg-m).