Drive Axles, Bearings, and Joints: Seals and Gaskets Service and Repair
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
BEARING AND SEAL
Replacement
1. Remove the rear axle. See: Axle Shaft Assembly/Axle Shaft/Service and Repair
2. Insert the SSTs.
3. Remove the bearing and seal using the SSTs.
4. Apply clean oil to the new bearing.
5. Install the new bearing using the SST.
6. Apply high temperature grease to the seal
7. Install a new seal using the SST.
Note: SST numbers: 49 F027 003 Driver Handle 49 H025 001 Axle Tube Bearing Replacer
8. Install the rear axle. See: Axle Shaft Assembly/Axle Shaft/Service and Repair