Removal & Installation

1. Rear Spindle Nut - Remove

Fig 1: Rear Spindle Nut With Torque Specifications
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1. Pry up the stake (A) on the spindle nut (B)

2. Remove the spindle nut.

NOTE:
- Use the new spindle nut during reassembly.
- Apply a small amount of engine oil to the seating surface of a new spindle nut.
- Use a drift to stake the spindle nut shoulder against the driveshaft during reassembly.
2. Rear Differential - Remove - Refer to: Rear Differential Removal and Installation(4WD)Rear Differential Removal and Installation(AWD)

3. Rear Outboard Joint - Disconnect

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1. Separate the outboard joint from the rear hub using a soft face hammer.

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2. Remove the rear driveshaft (A).

NOTE:

Be careful not to damage the wheel speed sensor (B).
Pull on the outboard joint. Do not pull on the driveshaft because the joint may come apart.

4. Set Ring - Remove

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1. Remove the set ring (A).
5. All Removed Parts - Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.