SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2004)
21. Wrap a shop towel around the axle shaft.
22. Place the wheel drive shaft horizontally in a bench vise.
23. Install a new small seal retaining clamp onto the axle shaft.
24. Install the seal onto the axle shaft.
25. Install a new retaining ring to the axle shaft.
26. Position the outer joint horizontally.
27. Engage the inner race splines onto the axle shaft splines.
28. Compress the axle shaft ring spacer.
1. Press the end of the retaining ring, using a flat-bladed tool, into the axle shaft groove while firmly pressing the inner joint onto the axle shaft.
2. Continue to work around the retaining ring until it is compressed.
29. Important:
The axle shaft and inner race must be fully seated to each other.
Install the inner joint to the axle shaft.
1. Position a wood block over the end of the inner joint threaded shaft.
2. Use a hammer to drive the inner joint onto the shaft.
3. Continue to drive the inner joint until the inner joint seats fully onto the axle shaft.