GMC T Series 1994 Repair Manual page 255

V Important
• The seal (13) must not be dimpled, stretched or
out of shape in any way. If the seal is not
shaped correctly, slide the swage ring (9) off the
seal and onto the housing (1). Carefully insert a
thin, flat, blunt tool (no sharp edges) between
the seal opening and the housing to release the
air. Shape the seal properly by hand and
remove the tool.
10. Return the swage ring (9) to position on the seal
(13).
• Refer to the chart in figure 47 and select the
proper size swage clamp tool J 36652.
11. Mount the swage clamp tool in the vise and pro­
ceed as follows:
A. Position the inboard end of the axle assembly
in the tool.
B. Place the top half of the proper size tool on the
lower half of tool and check for proper align­
ment and dimension (figures 47 and 54).
C. Insert the bolts and tighten by hand until snug.
Important
Make sure that the seal (10), housing (1)
and swage ring (9) all remain in alignment
(figure 47).
D. Continue to tighten each bolt 180 degrees at a
time, alternating until both sides are bottomed.
12. Remove the axle assembly from the tool.