REAR AXLE 4B-9
Important Operations
1. Wheel and Tire
Raise vehicle to the working level.
Support the axle assembly with the proper jack and chassis
stands.
6. Bearing Nut and Washer
(1) Remove the stake from the lock nut.
(2) Mount axle shaft into vise, clamping vise jaws around the
lock nut.
Vise should not be tightened excessively on lock nut.
(3) Install special tool onto flange studs, lock into position with
two wheel nuts, and turn axle shaft loose from lock nut.
Remover and installer : 58840-2003-0 (J-24246)
(1) Remove the stake from the lock nut.
(2) Install special tool onto lock nut, and remove the lock nut.
Remover and installer : 5-8840-2329-0
7. Bearing Holder
Remove the bearing holder and bearing from the axle shaft by
means of a press.
NOTE :
Only a slight amount of pressure from the press is
required to separate the bearing from the shaft. Be sure to
support the backing plate solidly, and to hold onto the
axle shaft to prevent it from falling to the floor.
10.Bearing Outer Race
Drive off the bearing outer race using a brass drift.
