8.6, 9.5, 10.5 Inch Axle

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Support the axle assembly with a suitable lifting device.
3. Drain the lubricant from the axle housing.
4. Disconnect the propeller shaft.
^ Tie the propeller shaft to a side rail or crossmember
^ Tape the bearing cups to prevent loss of the needle bearings
5. Remove the wheel and brake drum or hub and drum assembly.
6. Disconnect the parking brake cable from the lever and at the brake backing plate.
7. Disconnect the hydraulic brake pipes from the connectors.
8. Disconnect the shock absorbers from the axle brackets.
9. Remove the vent hose from the axle vent fitting.
10. Remove the nuts and washers from the U-bolts.
11. Remove the U-bolts, spring plates, and spacers from the axle assembly.
12. Lower the axle assembly.


Installation Procedure





1. Place the axle assembly under the vehicle.
2. Align the axle assembly with the springs.
3. Connect the spacers, spring plates, and U-bolts to the axle assembly.
4. Raise the axle assembly.
5. Install the washers and nuts to the U-bolts.
6. Install the vent hose to the axle vent fitting (if used).
7. Connect the shock absorbers to the axle brackets.
8. Connect the hydraulic brake pipes to the connectors.
9. Connect the parking brake cable to the lever and the brake backing plate.
10. Connect the propeller shaft.
11. Install the wheel and brake drum or hub and drum assembly.

Important:
11.1. Check axle lubricant level at the filler plug hole.
11.2. Lubricate as necessary.
11.3. Bleed the brake system, check brake operation, and adjust if necessary.
11.4. Check for fluid leaks.
11.5. Road test the vehicle.