Standard hub drive axle - removal – Spicer Steer and Drive Wheel Ends Service Manual User Manual

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Standard Drive Removal

Standard Hub Drive Axle - Removal

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.

Wheel end seals can be easily damaged during handling.
Leave the seal in its package until installation to prevent
damage or contamination.

1.

Jack up vehicle. Place drain pan under wheel end.

2.

Remove stud nuts, lock washers and taper dowels (if
present), drive axle shaft and gasket.

3.

Remove spindle nut and locking system.

4.

If tires on, use a dolly and pull wheel end outward to
loosen outer bearing and hub.

5.

Remove outer bearing.

6.

Clean spindle.

7.

Remove seal from hub.

8.

Remove inner bearing.

WARNING

IMPORTANT

Lock
washer

Axle shaft

Gasket

Hub

Outer jam nut

Spindle washer

Lock ring

Inner jam nut

Hub

Outer bearing

Hub

Slide hammer

Hub

Inner bearing

Hub

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