Wheel Bearing & Axle Carrier: Removal
- Remove upper suspension arm and axle carrier. See UPPER SUSPENSION ARM & AXLE CARRIER. Remove retaining nut from ball joint and separate upper suspension arm from axle carrier.
- Using screwdriver, pry dust deflector from axle carrier. Remove inner oil seal from axle carrier. See Figure.
- Using Puller (SST 09950-20017), press axle hub from axle carrier. Remove backing plate from axle carrier. Using puller, remove outer race from axle hub.
- Using Oil Seal Puller (SST 09308-00010), remove outer oil seal. Remove snap ring. Using press and Driver (SST 09608-35014), remove wheel bearing from axle carrier.