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Rev: June 26, 2014
2.1.2
Drive Axle Flange Shafts Removal
1. Apply the bus parking brake.
2. Remove the stud nuts and the washers (with
Meritor drive axle) or cap screws (with ZF drive
axle) from the flange shaft.
NOTE: there is oil behind the flange shaft
which comes out during disassembly
FIG. 24 ZF A-132 AXLE
FIG.25: MERITOR RC23-165 AXLE
CAUTION
Do not use a chisel or wedge to loosen the axle flange shaft and tapered dowels. Using a chisel or
edge can result in damage to the axle shaft, the gasket and seal, and/or the axle hub.