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3-16
REAR AXLE
NO1
Fig. 37-Removing
Axle Shaft Collar
. . . 2
NK391
Fig. 38-Removing
Axle Shaft Bearing
Fig. 39-Tool
C-3725 Installed on Axle Flange
Fig. 40-Installing
Rear Axle Shaft Bearing
Installation
(1) Install the axle shaft retainer plate gasket, bear-
ing and bearing collar on the axle shaft.
(2) With the axle shaft bearing and bearing collar
installed tightly on the axle shaft press them into
place using Tool C-3725 and C-3926 (Fig. 40) until
they bottom on the shaft.
(3) If previously removed install a new oil seal
in
the axle shaft housing, using Tool (2-3724 (Fig. 41).
(4)
Apply Automotive Multipurpose Lubricant
Grade NLGI No. 2 on the bearing outside diameter for
prevention of
rust.
(5) Install a foam gasket on the axle housing studs.
Place the brake support plate on the axle housing
studs.
(6) Carefully slide the axle shaft assembly through
the oil seal and into the side gear splines.
(7) Tap the end of the axle shaft lightly
to
posi-
tion the axle shaft bearing into the bearing bore and
position the retainer plate over the studs. Install the
stud nuts and tighten
35
foot-pounds torque.
Axle Housing Removal
(1)
Raise the rear
of
the vehicle until the rear
wheels clear the floor. Support the body at the
front
TOOL
NY
1023
Fig. 414nstalling Axle Shaft Oil Seal
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