W 100 Pickup V8-360 5.9L VIN I (1984)
Fig. 7 Installing bearing retainer to check bearing clamp. 44 FBJ Units w/disc brakes. Models w/full time 4WD
Fig. 8 Checking bearing clamp. 44 FBJ Units w/disc brakes. Models w/full time 4WD
9. Remove and discard O-ring from knuckle, if equipped, then carefully remove axle shaft assembly. Examine inner seal surface and knuckle bore for
wear or damage and replace knuckle if required. If outer axle shaft seal surface is grooved, repair as follows:
a. Measure in from yoke shoulder of axle approximately 3/8 inch. Use a center punch and stake at 1/4 inch intervals around circumference of
shaft. This will size shaft and ensure a tight fit of inner seal slinger.
b. Proper bearing clamp should be checked by installing bearing cups and spacer into knuckle bore and bolting bearing retainer to knuckle. If a
0.004 inch feeler gauge can not be inserted between knuckle and retainer at the six places midway between retainer mounting ears, the knuckle
must be replaced. The brake dust shield may have to be removed to complete this check. If knuckle is serviceable, remove retainer, bearing
cups and spacer and install dust shield if removed.
With Part Time 4WD
