Axle Shafts & Bearings: Removal
- Raise vehicle and remove rear wheels and disc brake front shield. Remove caliper support bracket mounting bolt and remove caliper (without disconnecting brake lines). Remove bolts attaching brake disc to axle shaft hub and remove brake disc and plate.
- Remove snap ring securing bearing dust shield. Attach slide hammer and withdraw axle shaft assembly. Inspect axle shaft, bearing, dust shield and bearing retaining collar for wear or damage and replace as necessary.