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Removal (Model 194 & 8 1/4" Axles)

  1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel(s). If equipped with drum brakes, remove brake drum. If equipped with disc brakes, remove brake caliper and rotor. On all models, clean axle housing cover. Loosen cover bolts, and drain oil. Remove cover.
  2. Remove differential pinion-shaft lock bolt. Remove pinion shaft from differential. Push in axle. Remove "C" clip from axle at pinion gear. Remove axle from tube. Remove axle shaft seal and bearing from axle tube.