Vitara JLS (4Dr) 2WD L4-2.0L (2000)
6. Apply grease to axle shaft inner oil seed lip as shown.
"A": Grease 99000-25010
7. Apply sealant to mating surface of bearing retainer with brake back plate.
NOTE: Make sure to remove old sealant before applying it anew.
"B": Sealant 99000-31110
8. Install rear axle shaft to rear axle housing and tighten bearing retainer nuts to specified torque.
NOTE: When installing rear axle shaft, be careful not to cause damage to oil seal lip in axle housing.
Tightening Torque (a): 23 Nm (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 ft. lbs.)
9. Tighten wheel speed sensor bolt to specified torque (if equipped with ABS).
Tightening Torque (b): 21 Nm (2.1 kg-m, 15.5 ft. lbs.)
10. Refill rear axle (differential) housing with new specified gear oil.
11. Install brake drum.