DeVille DHS V8-4.6L VIN Y (2000)
7. Remove the hub nut (2). Insert a drift or screwdriver (1) into the caliper and rotor to prevent the rotor from turning.
8. Disconnect the axle from the hub using the J28733-B. The hub may be partially installed to protect the threads (2). Move the strut and knuckle
rearward.
Notice: Do not overextend the wheel drive shaft. Allowing the inboard joint to overextend can cause separation of the internal components and lead
to joint failure.
9. Using the (4) J33008 and the (2) J2619-01, disconnect the drive axle from the transaxle.
Installation Procedure
1. Inspect the tripot housing at the transmission seal surface for corrosion, if corrosion is present, sand the surface in a rotational motion around the
sealing surface with 320 grit emery cloth until smooth. Do not sand with an oscillating motion.
2. Lubricate the tripot housing surface with clean transmission fluid.