Savana 2500 V8-6.6L DSL Turbo (2008)
Axle Bearing: Service and Repair
Rear Axle Hub, Bearing, Cup, and/or Seal Replacement
Rear Axle Hub, Bearing, Cup, and/or Seal Replacement
Special Tools
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J 8092 Universal Driver Handle - 3/4 inch - 10
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J 2222-C Wheel Bearing Nut Wrench
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J 24426 Wheel Bearing Race Installer - Outer
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J 24427 Wheel Bearing Race Installer - Inner
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J 44419 Hub Outer Bearing Race Installer
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J 44420 Differential Bearing and Hub Seal Installer
Removal Procedure
Important: The wheel hub seal must be replaced anytime the wheel hub assembly is removed from the axle housing.
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Maintenance/Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair)
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3. Remove the brake caliper bracket. It is not necessary to remove the brake caliper from the bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket
Replacement (15/25 Series) Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (35 Series) .
4. Remove the axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft and/or Gasket Replacement (See: Seals and Gaskets/Service and Repair/Rear Axle Shaft and/or
Gasket Replacement) .
5. Remove the axle nut retaining ring.
6. Remove the key.