Spicer Single Drive Axles Service Manual: S135L, S135N, S135S, S150L, S150N, S150S - Manual (Page 33)

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Wheel End Seal
Wheel End Seal
Remove and Overhaul Wheel End Seal
WARNING: Never work under a vehicle supported by
only a jack. Always support vehicle with stands. Block
the wheels and make sure the vehicle will not roll before
releasing the brakes.
CAUTION: Wheel end seals can be easily damaged dur-
ing handling. Leave the seal in its package until installa-
tion to prevent damage or contamination.
1. Remove outer bearing and wheel.
2. Remove oil seal.
3. Remove inner bearing.
4. Remove old wear sleeve (2-piece design only) with a
ball peen hammer and discard.
CAUTION: Do not cut through the old wear sleeve.
Damage to the housing may result.
Note: Deep gouges can be repaired by filling gouge with hard-
ening gasket cement and smoothing with emery cloth.
5. Inspect spindle journal and hub bore for scratches or
burrs. Recondition with an emery cloth as required.
6. Clean hub cavity and bearing bores before reassem-
bly. Be sure to remove contaminants from all
recesses and corners.
7. Clean bearings thoroughly with solvent and examine
for damage. Replace damaged or worn bearings.
CAUTION: Always use the seal installation tool specified
by the seal manufacturer. Using an improper tool can
distort or damage the seal and cause premature seal
failure.
Install Wheel End Seal
1. Before installation, lubricate the following with the
same lubricant used in the axle sump:
• Inner bearing
• Wheel seal (follow the directions provided by
the seal supplier)
2. Place the seal on the installation tool.
3. Drive the seal with the installation tool onto the hub.