C 2500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1997)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Full-Floating Axle (11 Inch Ring Gear)
REAR WHEEL BEARINGS AND/OR HUB
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Tools Required:
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J 8092 Drive Handle
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J 8608 Outer Pinion Bearing Cup Installer
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J 24426 Outer Wheel Bearing Cup Installer
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J 24427 Inner Wheel Bearing Cup Installer
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J 39114-A Axle Shaft Seal Installer
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
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Raise the vehicle until the wheels are free to rotate.
1. Axle shaft.
2. Hub and drum assembly.
3. Inner bearing and oil seal.
A. Lay the drum on a flat surface with a shop towel to catch the bearing and seal.
B. Use a drift to remove the bearing cup and seal.
4. Retaining ring.
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Use snap ring pliers to remove the ring.
5. Outer bearing using J 8092 with J 24426.
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Drive the bearing and cup from the hub.