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11. Install the inner bearing.

Note:  Ensure the seal is fully seated in the hub bore.

12. Using the J 44420 - installer  (2)  and the J 8092 - handle  (1), install the new oil seal. 
13. Install 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)).

14. Apply a light coat of high melting point EP bearing lubricant to the axle housing spindle.

Note:  If the rear axle hub assembly does not fully seat itself onto the axle shaft spindle and is removed, the rear axle hub seal must be replaced.

15. Install the rear axle hub.

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