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Spindles & Axle Shafts: Removal

  1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove locking hub assemblies. See LOCKING HUBS article in the DRIVE AXLES Section. Remove wheel and tire. Remove brake caliper assembly and tie to frame without any tension on brake hose. Remove hub and rotor. See HUBS & BEARINGS  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Unbolt spindle from knuckle studs. See Figure It may be necessary to tap spindle with soft mallet to break spindle loose.
  2. Remove splash shield. On left side, remove axle shaft and joint assembly by pulling assembly through steering knuckle. On right side, remove keystone clamps holding rubber boot onto right axle shaft and stub shaft. Slide rubber boot onto stub shaft.
  3. Pull right axle shaft and joint assembly from splined stub shaft. Clamp spindle in soft-jawed vise on spindle second step. Using slide hammer and seal remover, remove grease seal and needle bearing from spindle. Remove oil seal from axle.
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