Removal of the rear axle from the rear deferential, any special way to do so? Pulling on it doesn’t work.
We are replacing the rear deferential and need to get the axle out.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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There is a special axle remover tool or a slide hammer that can cause the axle to release from the housing.
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Dorman – Staked Spindle Nut M20-1.5 Hex Size 30mm (Part No. 615-089.1)
In most cases a bent axle cannot be repaired and must be replaced. A bad axle will lead to other damage to your vehicle down the line. So it`s critical that the axle be in great condition to avoid other costly repairs.
Axle nut torque specifications: 151 ft-lb/205 Nm.
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If there was no differential on the axle, both wheels would revolve at the same speed. Therefore, they would have tendency to cover the same distance as each other, which would result in tendency to go in a straight line. A car with rear wheel drive would push the front wheels, with their tyres skidding helplessly.
So here`s our stance on the debate: don`t jack up your vehicle by the differential unless the manufacturer recommends it. It doesn`t matter what your neighbor says, or what you saw the tire shop guys doing at breakneck speed without a hitch.
Axle Flotation
A full-float axle flange bolts to the wheel hub and can be removed without taking the wheel off or jacking the vehicle up.
A differential is part of the front and/or rear axle assembly. The axle is the central shaft that the wheels on the vehicle rotate around. The photo below shows where it`s located on a vehicle with a four wheel drive automatic transmission. The differential allows wheels on the same axle to rotate at different speeds.
Most people will take their cars into the shop when it`s time for a new CV axle, but it`s a job that you can absolutely do yourself with some time, patience, and plenty of elbow grease. Don`t be intimidated, but do spend the time to research your own vehicle to make sure you`re comfortable with the work.
Answers. 151 ft lbs on the axle nut, 96 ft lbs on the hub bolts.
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Dorman – Wheel Lug Nut: M12-1.50 Thread, Conical 60, Acorn, 1.378″ Length, Chrome (Sold by each) (Part No. 611-100)
Rearends with open differentials usually have a tag located on the left lower cover-mounting bolt. Inside the differential cover, the ring gear will be marked with tooth counts such as 10,41 for 4.10:1, and so on. The 10-bolt differential cover is located on the rear of the axle and is an 11-inch x 10.25-inch oval.
Dorman – Wheel Lug Nut: M12-1.50 Thread, Conical 60, Acorn, 1.378″ Length, Chrome (Sold by each) (Part No. 611-100)
Engineered for use with impact drivers, each axle nut socket measures 90mm (3.54 inches) in total length and is extra deep to fit various applications.
Many times, if you locate a 10-bolt rearend, it`s usually a 7.5-inch unit. These have been around since 1975, and were installed under cars, small trucks, and vans up to the 2005 model year.
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Removal of the rear axle from the rear deferential, any special way to do so? Pulling on it doesn’t work.
ANSWER : There is a special axle remover tool or a slide hammer that can cause the axle to release from the housing.
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Full Floating Rear Axle Housing
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