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Axle Shaft Seals: Installation

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Fig 1: Axle Shaft
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  1. Install axle shaft (1) into axle tube and backing plate with new o-ring on axle.
    Fig 2: Axle Bearing O-Ring
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  2. Slip O-ring (2) through backing plate, then push axle through backing plate until bearing (1) is exposed.
  3. Install new O-ring (2) on axle bearing (1).
    Fig 3: Axle Flange Bolts
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  4. Push axle into axle tube.
  5. Install axle (2) flange nuts (1) and tighten to 119 N.m (88 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 4: Speed Sensor
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  6. Install speed sensors (2) in axle tube (1) flange.
  7. Install calipers and rotors.