Rear Axle Replacement
Removal Procedure1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the rear tires and wheels.
3. Remove the propeller shaft.
4. Remove the rear stabilizer shaft.
5. Use an adjustable lifting device in order to support the rear axle housing.
6. Remove the rear shock absorbers.
7. Remove the rear axle track bar.
8. Remove the rear brake (center) hose from the rear brake hose junction block.
9. Remove the rear springs.
10. Disconnect the parking brake cables from the rear axle housing.
11. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the rear wheel sensor.
12. Remove the rear axle torque arm.
13. Remove the rear axle lower control arm.
14. With the aid of a helper, remove the rear axle housing.
Installation Procedure
1. With the aid of a helper, install the rear axle housing.
2. Install the rear axle lower control arms.
3. Install the rear axle torque arm.
4. Connect the electrical connectors to the rear wheel sensor.
5. Connect the parking brake cables to the rear axle housing.
6. Install the rear springs.
7. Install the rear brake (center) hose to the rear brake hose junction block.
8. Install the rear axle track bar.
9. Install the rear shock absorbers.
10. Remove the adjustable lifting device from the rear axle housing.
11. Install the rear stabilizer shaft.
12. Install the propeller shaft.
13. Bleed the brake system.
14. Install the rear tires and wheels.
15. Refill the rear axle with lubricant.
16. Lower the vehicle.
17. Road test the vehicle in order to ensure proper rear axle operation.