Pages 10–13 (4 pages)

Major Service Operations: Front Axle and Axle Shaft

From the 1957 Chevrolet Truck Four Wheel Drive Shop Manual

Year
1957
Models
1/2, 3/4 and 1 ton factory four wheel drive trucks with Dana 23 transfer case
Publication
S8:M-24
Pages
19

Removal and installation of the front axle assembly, then front axle shaft removal, disassembly, inspection, repair and assembly for 1/2 ton and 3/4 and 1 ton models. Covers the exploded wheel assemblies (Figs. 6 and 7), constant velocity joint parts (Figs. 8 to 13), hub oil seal and bearing replacement, and hub nut tools 6893 and 6649.

What this section covers

  • Front axle removal and installation
  • Front axle shaft removal
  • Constant velocity joint disassembly and assembly
  • Hub oil seal and bearing replacement
  • Axle shaft installation
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