Axle Shaft and Seal Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

- Tools Required
- J36600 Seal Installer (K2 Models)
- J22833 Seal Installer (K3 Models)
- J23907 Puller/Slide Hammer/Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover

1. Raise the vehicle and support with safety stands.
2. Remove the differential carrier assembly. Refer to Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement.





3. Remove the axle shaft (output shaft) (19).
4. Attach a slide hammer with adapter to the axle shaft (output shaft) and pull the axle shaft from the case.

IMPORTANT: Do not damage the case.

5. Remove the deflector (28).
6. Remove the seal (26).
7. Remove the bearing (21). Use the J23907.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

- Tools Required
- J36600 Seal Installer (K2 Models)
- J22833 Seal Installer (K3 Models)
- J23907 Puller/Slide Hammer/Clutch Pilot Bearing Remover
- J22761 Differential Side Bearing Installer





1. Install the bearing with the square shoulder in.
Use the J22761.

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.

2. Install the new seal (26). Use the J36600 or J22833.
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. Refer to Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement