Armada 2WD V8-5.6L (VK56DE) (2006)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
Disassembly and Assembly
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
Final Drive Side
1. Secure the drive shaft in a vise.
CAUTION: When securing the drive shaft in a vise, use copper or aluminum plates between the vise and the drive shaft.
2. Remove the boot bands.
3. If the plug needs to be removed, move the boot to the wheel side, then drive the plug out using a suitable tool.
4. Remove the stopper ring using a suitable tool as shown, and pull the housing out.
5. Remove the snap ring using a suitable tool, then remove the ball cage, steel ball, inner race assembly from the drive shaft.
6. Remove the boot from the drive shaft.
7. Remove any old grease on the housing using paper towels.
Wheel Side
1. Secure the drive shaft in a vise.