The axle vent assembly is on the right side of the axle carrier.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



2. Remove the vent clamp bolt.



3. Remove the hose from the axle vent tube.



4. Remove the hose from the frame.
5. Remove the vent assembly from the hose.
6. Remove the vent hanger clip from the vent hose.
7. Remove the hose clamp from the vent hose.

1. Use a neoprene-type replacement vent hose.
2. Install the hose clamp to the vent hose.
3. Install the vent hanger clip to the vent hose.
4. Install the vent assembly to the vent hose.



5. Install the vent hose to the axle vent tube.
6. Install the hose clamp to the axle vent tube. Do not kink or twist the hose.



7. Install the hose to the frame.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




8. Install the vent clamp bolt at the vent assembly.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

9. Lower the vehicle.