Rear Axle Replacement

Rear Axle Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed.

1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Support the rear axle housing separately.
3. Remove the tires and wheels.
4. Disconnect the shock absorbers from the axle.
5. Disconnect the rear propeller shaft from the axle. Secure the propeller shaft up and out of the way in a manner avoiding stress on the universal joints.
6. Remove the left side park brake cable.
7. Remove the right side park brake cable.
8. Disconnect the brake calipers from the brake caliper brackets. DO NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper.
9. Disconnect the brake hose junction block from the axle housing. DO NOT disconnect the brake lines or hose from the junction block.
10. Disconnect the brake pipe/brake hose brackets from the brake backing plates.
11. Disconnect the brake lines from the axle housing.
12. Suspend the brake lines and brake hoses from the vehicle using heavy mechanic's wire.
13. Disconnect the vent hose from the axle housing.
14. Remove the U-bolts and anchor plates.
15. Lower the axle housing from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
1. Raise the axle to the vehicle.
2. Install the U-bolts and anchor plates.
3. Install the vent hose to the axle housing.
4. Install the brake pipe/brake hose brackets to the brake backing plate.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the brake pipe/brake hose bracket bolts.
^ Tighten the brake pipe/brake hose bracket bolts to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
6. Install the brake hose junction block to the axle housing.
7. Install the brake pipes to the axle housing.
8. Install the brake calipers.
9. Install the right side park brake cable.
10. Install the left side park brake cable.
11. Install the rear propeller shaft.
12. Install the shock absorbers.
13. Install the tires and wheels.
14. Fill the axle with axle lubricant. Use the proper fluid.
15. Lower the vehicle.