FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Support - Half Shaft/Short Shaft: Service and Repair

CENTER BEARING AND INNER SHAFT





COMPONENTS

DISASSEMBLY





1. Using the special tool (09517-43001), remove the center bearing bracket from the inner shaft.





2. Using the special tools (09495-33100, 09216-21100), press out the center bearing from the center bearing bracket as shown in the illustration.

INSPECTION
1. Check the inner shaft for damage, bending or rust.
2. Check the inner shaft splines for wear or damage.
3. Check the center bearing for scoring, discoloration, and roughness of the roller journal's moving surfaces.

REASSEMBLY





1. Apply multipurpose grease to the center bearing and inside the center bearing bracket.





2. Using the special tool (09495-33100), press the center bearing into the center bearing bracket.





3. Apply multipurpose grease to the rear surface of all dust seals.
Recommended grease: LIG-2 or Sunlight No.2
Inner dust seal: 7 - 10 grams (0.25 - 0.35 ounces)
Outer dust seal: 4 - 6 grams (0.14 - 0.21 ounces)








4. Using the special tool, tap in the outer dust seal and inner dust seal in that order until they are flush with the edge of the center bearing bracket.

NOTE: When applying grease, make sure that it does not adhere to anything outside the lip.





5. Using the special tool (09432-33300), support the center bearing as shown in the figure, then press in the inner shaft.