Removal:
• Determine whether manufacturer recommends loosening axle shaft nut with vehicle
on ground and brakes applied, or with wheel removed from vehicle. Refer to
manufacturer's servicing information for axle shafts.
• If procedure recommended is to remove wheel, loosen lug nuts. Raise and support
vehicle. Remove lug nuts and wheel and set aside.
• For both axle nut removal procedures (on ground or wheel off), remove hub cap (if
equipped). Remove cotter pin (if equipped).
• Using recommended socket, loosen axle shaft nut. It may be necessary to use an
air impact wrench.
• Remove axle shaft nut
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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