Installing the Axle Shaft (4-Wheel Drive Axle)
Drive Axles: Service and Repairs
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1.
Axle cover
2.
Bearing
1. Coat new axle shaft seal with grease and install the shaft seal in the axle
cover
(Figure
270).
2. Press the axle cover and bearing assembly onto the axle shaft. Press only
on the inner race of the cover bearing
3. Install the retaining ring, spacer, and correct combination of bearing shims.
Install the bevel gear and bearing.
4. Coat a new O-ring with grease and install the axle cover assembly. Tighten
the axle cover screws to 23 to 27 N·m (17 to 20 ft-lb).
Figure 270
3.
Axle shaft
4.
Axle shaft seal
(Figure
Page 8–60
270).
Groundsmaster
®
3280-D/3320
05138SL Rev B