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Important:  If the rear axle shaft is difficult to remove, perform the following service procedure.

13. Using the J 45859  and the J 2619-01  , remove the Axle shaft from the differential housing.

Installation Procedure

Important:  Carefully insert the axle shaft in order to not damage the seal.

1. Install the axle shaft (1) into the rear axle housing (5).
2. Slide the axle shaft (1) into place allowing the splines to engage the differential side gear.
3. On axles without a locking differential, place the lock (4) on the button end of the axle shaft (1).
4. On axles with a locking differential, keep the pinion shaft partially withdrawn.

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