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Rear Axle Housing Assembly: Removal

  1. Raise and support vehicle. Place jack stands under frame side rails for support. Drain lubricant from axle. Remove drive shaft. Remove wheel assemblies.
  2. Remove hub and drum assembly. On models with rear disc brakes, see HUB & DRUM ASSEMBLY . On all models, disconnect parking brake cable from lever and at brake flange plates. Remove hydraulic brake lines. Detach height-sensing/brake proportioning valve linkage, if equipped. Remove shock absorbers.
  3. Remove stabilizer bar (if equipped). Disconnect hose from axle vent fitting (if equipped). Support rear axle assembly with floor jack and remove leaf spring "U" bolts. Carefully lower rear axle assembly and remove from vehicle.