Figure 5-86. Removing Outer Bearing Nut

Figure 5-87. Outer Bearing Removal

Figure 5-88. Drive Hub Removal

c. Before reassembling, carefully inspect all parts

h. Remove drive axle spindle fasteners and drive

for excessive wear, cracks and breakage.

axle spindle as shown in figure 5-89.

d . Install bearing on axle shaft, making sure

i . Remove drive axle shaft as shown in figure

hearing is well seated on shaft.

5-90, by striking splined end with a rawhide mallet

until shaft is driven out.

e . Insert drive axle assembly into position in

housing. Using rawhide hammer, drive axle

5 . 8 7 . AXLE END REASSEMBLY.

assembly into position making sure bearing is well

seated.

a . Clean all parts in a Stoddard type cleaning

solvent.

f . Install inner bearing on drive axle spindle,

making sure bearing is well seated.

b. Carefully clean and inspect all bearings and

bearing surfaces for excessive wear, pits and

g. Install drive axle spindle to housing assembly.

bearing failure, replace with new parts when

necessary. Replace all seals and gaskets.

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