Safari Van M V6-262 4.3L (1985)
Fig. 3 Axle, Hub & Drum Components.
1.
Using a soft faced mallet, tap axle shaft flange lightly to loosen shaft.
2.
Remove axle shaft attaching bolts, Fig. 3, then grip axle shaft rib with pliers and twist to start shaft removal.
3.
Remove axle shaft from axle tube.
4.
Reverse procedure to install.
Wheel Bearing
REAR WHEEL BEARING
1.
Raise and support vehicle.
2.
Remove axle shaft.
3.
Remove hub and drum.
4.
Remove oil seal, inner bearing and retaining ring.
5.
Remove outer bearing.
6.
Reverse procedure to install.
Axle Shaft, Replace
REAR AXLE SHAFT
Fig. 3 Removing differential pinion shaft
1.
Raise vehicle and remove wheel and brake drum.
2.
Drain lube from carrier and remove cover.
3.
Remove differential pinion shaft lock screw and remove differential pinion shaft, Fig. 3.
4.
Pull flanged end of axle shaft toward center of vehicle and remove C-lock from button end of shaft.
5.
Remove axle shaft from housing, being careful not to damage seal.