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7. Using the J 2222-C - wrench, remove the rear wheel bearing adjuster nut.

Note:  If the oil seal remains on the axle hub, remove the seal using a suitable seal removal tool.

8. Remove the rear axle hub from the axle housing.
9. Remove the rear brake rotor, if necessary. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (1500 Series)   (See: Brakes and Traction Control/Disc Brake

System/Brake Rotor/Disc/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (1500 Series))Rear Brake Rotor
Replacement (2500 Series)   (See: Brakes and Traction Control/Disc Brake System/Brake Rotor/Disc/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement/Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (2500 Series)).

10. Using a suitable seal removal tool, remove the oil seal from the wheel hub. 

11. Remove the inner hub bearing.

12. Using a brass drift and a hammer, remove the inner hub bearing cup.

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