Axle Shaft: Notes
CAUTION:
Boot sealing is vital to retain special lubricants and to prevent foreign contaminants from entering the CV joint. Mishandling, such as allowing the assemblies to dangle unsupported, pulling or pushing the ends can cut boots or damage CV joints. Prowler axle shafts use no retention system to retain the spider assembly in the tripod housing. During removal and installation procedures, ALWAYS support both ends of the axle shaft to prevent damage.
CAUTION:
The axle shaft, when installed, acts as a bolt and secures the front hub/bearing assembly. If vehicle is to be supported or moved on its wheels with a axle shaft removed, install a proper-sized bolt and nut through the front hub. Tighten bolt and nut to 180 ft. lbs. (244 N.m). This will ensure that the hub bearing cannot loosen.