K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-305 5.0L VIN M SFI (1996)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Front Axle
Inner Seal
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Tools Required:
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J 24319-B Steering Linkage Puller
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J 36605 Front Knuckle Seal Installer
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J 36607 Upper Ball Joint Separator
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J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
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Raise vehicle and support it with safety stands.
1. Wheel and tire assembly.
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Insert a drift or large screwdriver through the brake caliper into one of the brake rotor vanes to prevent drive axle (halfshaft) from turning.
2. Drive axle (halfshaft) hub nut (203) and washer (202).
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Loosen, but do not remove the 6 bolts (200) securing inboard C/V joint drive flange to the output shaft companion flange.
3. Wrap shop towels around both the inner and outer ON joint boots to avoid damage to the boots during removal and installation.
