HEXA

REAR AXLE

NOTE

For tightening of suspension links refer to the

“Rear suspension links tightening procedure”

in “on vehicle procedures” section in suspension

group.

B. AXLE SHAFT

REMOVAL

1. Support the vehicle on two post lift and remove

tires from rear end.

Drain the oil from the rear axle.

(For procedure

refer differential oil draining process).

3. Remove rear caliper assembly from both ends.

(For procedure refer caliper removal in brakes

section).

4. Remove parking brake cable, brake hoses and

other attachments from the rear axle.

5. Remove rear brake discs from both ends. (

For

procedure refer brake disc removal process in

brakes section).

6. Loosen and remove mounting nuts of anchor

plate from axle housing (4Nos).

NOTE

Discard nuts and replace with new ones during

assembly.

7. Remove axle shafts with the help of axle shaft

puller

(Part No. 287058903502)

use the

extension of pinion oil seal

(Part No.

289458903516).

NOTE

While removing axle shafts make sure that they

are marked properly. (LH and RH)

8. Remove inboard oil seal with the help of Puller

slide hammer

(Part No. 289458903516)

NOTE

Do not re-use oil seal discard the same after

dismantling and use new oil seal at the time of

assembly.