Inner Axle Shaft and/or Housing Replacement
FRONT AXLE SHAFT AND SEALRemoval Procedure
^ Tools Required
- J 36600 Seal Installer (K2 Models)
- J 22833 Seal Installer (K3 Models)
- J 23907 Puller/Slide Hammer/Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover
1. Raise the vehicle and support with safety stands.
2. Remove the differential carrier assembly.
3. Remove the axle shaft (output shaft) (19).
Important: Do not damage the case.
4. Attach a slide hammer with adapter to the axle shaft (output shaft) and pull the axle shaft from the case.
5. Remove the deflector (28).
6. Remove the seal (26).
7. Remove the bearing (21). Use the J23907.
Installation Procedure
^ Tools Required
- J 36600 Seal Installer (K2 Models)
- J 22833 Seal Installer (K3 Models)
- J 23907 Puller/Slide Hammer/Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover
- J 22761 Differential Side Bearing Installer
Important: You may need to attach 1/2 inch by 13 inch long extension handle onto the slide hammer for easier pulling of the bearing.
1. Install the bearing with the square shoulder in. Use the J22761.
2. Install the new seal (26). Use the J 36600 or J 22833.
3. Install the deflector (28).
4. Install the axle shaft (output shaft) (19).
5. Carefully tap the axle shaft (output shaft) (19) into place with a soft mallet.
6. Install the differential carrier assembly.