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Front Axle Disassembly

DISASSEMBLY





1) Using ST1, support housing and hub securely.
2) Attach ST2 to housing and drive hub out.
ST1 927060000 HUB REMOVER
ST2 927080000 HUB STAND





If inner bearing race remains in the hub, remove it with a suitable tool (commercially available).

CAUTION:
^ Be careful not to scratch polished area of hub.





3) Remove the disc cover from the housing.
4) Using a standard screwdriver, remove the outer and inner oil seals.

CAUTION: Do not use old oil seals.





5) Using flat bladed screwdriver, remove the snap ring.

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage housing at removal.

6) Using ST1, support housing securely.





7) Using ST2, press inner race to drive out outer bearing.
ST1 927400000 HOUSING STAND
ST2 927100000 BEARING PULLER

CAUTION:
^ If the hub was removed, use a new bearing.
^ Do not replace inner or outer race separately; always replace as a unit.





8) Using ST and a hydraulic press, drive hub bolts out.
ST 927080000 HUB STAND

CAUTION: Be careful not to hammer the hub bolts. This may deform hub.