Installation Procedure
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- Install the wheel speed sensor ring using the J-45860 tone ring installer (1) and the GE-8092 driver handle (2).
- Drive the wheel speed sensor ring into the axle housing until the tool bottoms against the tube.
- Install the axle shaft bearing using the J-23690 bearing installer (1) and the GE-8092 driver handle (2).
- Drive the axle shaft bearing into the axle housing until the tool bottoms against the tube.
- Install the axle shaft seal using the J-21128 axle pinion oil seal installer.
- Drive the tool into the bore until the axle shaft seal bottoms flush with the tube.
- Install the axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement .
- Install the rear axle housing cover. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (8.6, 9.5 Inch Axles) , Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) .
- Install the rear wheel speed sensor. Refer to Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Ring Replacement .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Fill the rear axle. Refer to Differential Oil Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle) , Differential Oil Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) , Differential Oil Replacement (9.5LD Inch Axle) .
- Lower the vehicle.