Item 32 and 33: Axle Isolator Bushing Disassembly Note

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Place the special tool on the isolator and index-mark the housing in line with the arrow on the special tool.

Fig 1: Placing Index-Mark On Housing
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Using a feeler gauge, measure the gap between the isolator flange and the axle housing.

Fig 2: Measuring Gap Between Isolator Flange And Axle Housing
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Tap the special tool on, between the axle housing and the isolator flange.

Fig 3: Tapping Special Tool On, Between Axle Housing And Isolator Flange
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Assemble the remaining special tools and remove and discard the isolator.

Fig 4: Removing Isolator
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