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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1253298  Size: SH
  1. Remove the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

  2. Object Number: 1254675  Size: SH
  3. Remove the clip retaining the rear brake drum, if required.

  4. Object Number: 1254558  Size: SH
  5. Remove the rear brake drums from the vehicle.
  6. Remove the rear axle housing cover.

  7. Object Number: 156409  Size: SH
  8. Remove the lock pin bolt.

  9. Object Number: 156410  Size: SH
  10. Remove the pinion shaft.

  11. Object Number: 788486  Size: SH
  12. Remove the C-lock from the rear axle.

  13. Object Number: 1364486  Size: SH
  14. Remove the rear axle shaft.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1364486  Size: SH
  1. Install the rear axle shaft.

  2. Object Number: 788486  Size: SH
  3. Install the C-lock to the rear axle.

  4. Object Number: 156410  Size: SH
  5. Install the pinion shaft.
  6. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 156409  Size: SH
  7. Install the lock bolt .
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the lock bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1254558  Size: SH
  9. Install the rear brake drums from the vehicle.
  10. Install the rear axle housing cover and gasket. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement .
  11. Fill the rear axle with fluid. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement .

  12. Object Number: 1253298  Size: SH
  13. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .