• | J 2619-01 Slide Hammer |
• | J 29794 Axle Shaft Remover Extension |
• | J 33008-A Axle Shaft Remover |
• | J 42129 Hub Spindle Remover |
• | J 44394 Seal Protector |
Caution: To prevent personal injury and/or component damage, do not allow the weight of the vehicle to load the front wheels, or attempt to operate the vehicle, when the wheel drive shaft(s) or wheel drive shaft nut(s) are removed. To do so may cause the inner bearing race to separate, resulting in damage to brake and suspension components and loss of vehicle control.
Notice: Wheel drive shaft boots, seals and clamps should be protected from sharp objects any time service is performed on or near the wheel drive shaft(s). Damage to the boot(s), the seal(s) or the clamp(s) may cause lubricant to leak from the joint and lead to increased noise and possible failure of the wheel drive shaft.
Important: In the following procedure, the wheel drive shaft nut can be partially re-installed to protect the threads.
Notice: J-44394 must be installed into the differential output shaft seal prior to removing and installing the wheel drive shaft. Failure to install J-44394 as indicated may cause the splines of the wheel drive shaft to cut the differential output seal.
Important: In order to prevent lubricant leaks, use care when installing the wheel drive shaft to the differential. Do not damage the oil seal. Replace the oil seal if it becomes nicked, distorted, or otherwise damaged.
• | Grasp the inner housing and pull the inner housing outward. Do not pull on the front wheel drive axle shaft. |
• | The front wheel drive axle will remain in place when the front wheel drive shaft retaining ring is properly seated. |
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 215 N·m (159 lb ft).