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Axle Shaft: Installation

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  1. Lubricate the lip of the wheel bearing oil seal with grease.
    2. CAUTION: Do not damage the wheel bearing oil seal.
    Fig 1: Installing Axle Shaft
    G01291431Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the axle shaft.
    3. CAUTION: Do not damage the rubber O-ring in the U-washer groove.
  3. Install the U-washer.
    1. Position the U-washer on the button end of the axle shaft.
    2. Pull the axle shaft outward.
      Fig 2: Installing U-Washer
      G01291432Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. NOTE: If a new bolt is unavailable, coat the bolt threads with threadlock prior to installation.
  4. Install the differential pinion shaft.
    1. Align the bolt hole in the differential pinion shaft with the bolt hole in the case.
    2. Install the new bolt.
      Fig 3: Installing Differential Pinion Shaft
      G01291433Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the brake drum. For additional information, refer to DISC & DRUM .
  6. Install the differential housing cover and fill the differential housing with the specified lubricant. For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING COVER .
  7. Install the rear wheel and tire assembly.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
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