Tools Required

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement in Drum Brakes.



4. Remove the 4 rear axle shaft retaining nuts (2).



5. Pull the rear flange (1) out partially in order to access the wheel studs using the J 34866 with the J 2619-01 . Refer to Axle Shaft Replacement in Rear Drive Axle.
6. Use the J 6627-A in order to remove the wheel stud.

1. Align the serrations on the wheel stud (1) with the serrations in the rear axle flange hole.
2. Use a wheel nut (2) and a washer (3) in order to install the wheel stud.
3. Remove the wheel nut and the washer from the wheel stud.



4. Install the rear axle shaft to the rear axle housing (2). Ensure the rear axle shaft bearing is firmly seated in the rear axle housing. Refer to Axle Shaft Replacement in Rear Drive Axle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.




5. Install the 4 rear axle shaft retaining nuts (2).

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).

6. Install the rear brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement in Drum Brakes.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
8. Lower the vehicle.