REAR AXLE
NOTE:
In removing and installing the rear axle, the same procedure
is required on both the right and left sides. The procedure de-
scribed here is a representative one. If it is used on one side,
it must be used in symmetry on the other side.
REMOVAL
1) Hoist vehicle and remove rear wheel.
2) Pull brake drum. (Refer to steps 2) to 6 on WHEEL BEARING
AND WHEEL STUD in this section.)
3) From bracket on axle, remove E-ring (1).
4) Disconnect brake pipe flare nut (1) from wheel cylinder (2).
5) Put breeder plug cap (3) on to brake pipe (4) to prevent brake
fluid outflow.
6) Remove brake hose/pipe from bracket on axle.
7) Remove rear brake back plate bolts (1) and remove back plate
from axle (2).
8) Support center of rear axle (2) by using floor jack (1).
REAR SUSPENSION
3E1-13