6-15
6
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
NOTE: Always clean and inspect the drive axle
components to determine if any service or replace-
ment is necessary.
1. Using a clean towel, wipe away any oil or grease
from the axle components.
CD019
2. Inspect boots for any tears, cracks, or deteriora-
tion.
NOTE: If a boot is damaged in any way, it must be
replaced with a boot kit.
3. Inspect the gear case seals for nicks or damage.
DISASSEMBLING AXLES
1. Using a side-cutters (or suitable substitute),
remove the large clamp from the boot.
CD020
2. Wipe away excess grease to access the retaining
ring. Using an awl, remove the circlip.
CD021
3. Using a snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring
securing the bearing ring to the shaft. Note the
direction of the bearing for assembling purposes.
CD023
4. Note the difference inside each bearing ring end
for assembling purposes; then remove the bearing
ring.
NOTE: The recess of the bearing must face
toward the housing.
CD022
5. Inspect the splines of the shaft, the bearing ring,
and the housing for damage.
NOTE: If any damage is apparent to the splines,
the bearing ring, and/or the housing, the drive axle
must be replaced as an assembly.
6. Using a side-cutters (or suitable substitute),
remove the small clamp from the shaft.
Back to TOC
Back to Section TOC
Next
Back
Summary of Contents for 2009 366
Page 1: ......
