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You will actually replace the axle assembly for the side that is worn out.

Raise the hood and disconnect the positive (+) lead from the battery.

Block the rear tires.

Remove the hub cap on the appropriate side.

Remove the axle cotter pin and locking crown.

Remove the large axle nut (34 mm).

Place a large brass drift against the indent on the outboard end of the axle, and strike

it with a large hammer to loosen it.

Loosen the lug nuts.

Put the vehicle's transmission in neutral.

Raise the vehicle.

Support the vehicle with appropriate stands. Remember, a car will crush you is it lands on you.

Remove the wheel and tire.

On the underneath side of the suspension, you will see a group of three (3) 12 mm bolts, remove these. This will separate the suspension arm into upper and lower sections and provide enough play to remove the axle.

Push the axle out of the hub assembly.

Once it is clear of the hub assembly, put it out of the transmission. Most years of the Villager do not bolt the axle assembly onto the transmission.

Installation is the reverse of disassembly.

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