B350 1 Ton Van V8-5.9L VIN Z (1992)
Fig. 3 Removing Or Replacing Axle Shaft. 60 Front Axle
11. Remove spindle from knuckle. Slide inner and outer axle shaft with bronze spacer, seal and slinger from axle.
12. Remove cotter key and nut from tie rod. Disconnect tie rod from steering knuckle.
13. On left side only, remove cotter key and nut from drag link. Disconnect drag link from steering knuckle arm. Also, remove nuts and upper
knuckle cap. Discard gasket. Remove spring and upper socket sleeve.
14. Remove capscrews from lower knuckle cap and free cap from knuckle and housing.
15. To remove knuckle from housing, swing outward at bottom, then lift up and off upper socket pin.
Fig. 4 Removing Or Replacing Upper Socket Pin. 60 Front Axle
16. Using a suitable tool, loosen and remove upper socket pin, then the seal.
17. Press lower ball socket from axle housing with suitable tools.
Fig. 5 Universal Joint, Spindle & Bushing Assembly. (Typical)
18. Referring to image above disassemble shaft.
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate lower ball socket assembly with suitable grease.
