axel bearings
reddog1495
05-26-2006, 08:23 AM
Would like info on installing axel bearings on a 95 GMC Sonoma. Need to know how to pull axels from rear end. Thank You
rlith
05-27-2006, 08:40 AM
Would like info on installing axel bearings on a 95 GMC Sonoma. Need to know how to pull axels from rear end. Thank You
Drain the pumpkin
Remove the main pin retaining bolt and drop pin
Push the axels in and pull C-Clips on both sides (use a magnet to make it easier
pull axel
Use a ring remover to remove existing bearings
Use a hammer and oversized socket to install the new ones (tap, do not bang them in)
Reinstall everything in reverse
Wash out the inside of the pumpkin with brake clean to ensure no debri is inside
Before installing the cover, scrape ALL remaining gasket bits off of the cover (sand paper if necessary) and use a new gasket
Drain the pumpkin
Remove the main pin retaining bolt and drop pin
Push the axels in and pull C-Clips on both sides (use a magnet to make it easier
pull axel
Use a ring remover to remove existing bearings
Use a hammer and oversized socket to install the new ones (tap, do not bang them in)
Reinstall everything in reverse
Wash out the inside of the pumpkin with brake clean to ensure no debri is inside
Before installing the cover, scrape ALL remaining gasket bits off of the cover (sand paper if necessary) and use a new gasket
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