Rear Axle Service

1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove rear wheels.
3. Scribe alignment marks on propeller shaft and axle for proper assembly, then disconnect propeller shaft from axle.
4. Disconnect the track bar from axle mounting bracket.
5. Disconnect parking brake cable at equalizer.
6. Disconnect shock absorbers at axle tubes.
7. Disconnect hydraulic brake hose at rear axle Tee-fitting, then tape ends of hose and fitting to prevent contamination.
8. Disconnect axle vent tube from axle.
9. Remove U-bolts and tie plates.
10. Loosen spring mounting bolts.
11. Support axle with suitable jack.
12. Remove spring-to-shackle attaching bolts and lower spring to the floor.
13. Remove axle assembly.
14. Reverse procedure to install.