Vanden Plas (X308) V8-4.0L (AJ27) (2000)
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9. NOTE: In the wheel-free condition, the axle is in tension & the flanges will separate as the nuts are withdrawn
Release the axle shaft
Remove & discard the (4) nuts axle shaft to differential output shaft
Clear the axle shaft from the output flange studs
Remove & keep safe the camber shim
10. NOTE: The axle shaft nuts may damage the studs upon removal; check the thread condition by engaging a new nut 2 or 3 threads by hand.
Inspect the output flange studs & renew if there is evidence of damage/distortion
11. Clean all traces of thread locking agent from the hub splines (& axle shaft if it is to be re-used)
Installation
1. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure, noting the following
2. Secure the axle shaft
Apply thread locking agent, to the SPLINE, as indicated
Refer to the illustration - do NOT re-use the original nut
