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otherwise, replace trailing arm. Attaching hardware missing ................ C .. Require replacement of missing part, if available; otherwise, replace trailing arm. Attaching hardware threads damaged ........ A ... Require repair or replacement of part with damaged threads, if available; otherwise, replace trailing arm. Attaching hardware threads stripped (threads missing) ...... A ..... Require replacement of part with stripped threads, if available; otherwise, replace trailing arm. Bent .................... B ............ Require replacement. Bushing hole oversized .. B ............ Require replacement. Corroded, affecting structural integrity ... A ............ Require replacement. Holes distorted ......... A ............ Require replacement. Threads damaged ......... A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads missing) ...... A ............ Require replacement. WHEEL BEARINGS, RACES AND SEALS NOTE: When replacing or repacking wheel bearings, grease seal replacement is required. You are not required to replace these components in axle sets. Determine the need to replace based upon the individual component conditions that follow. WHEEL BEARING, RACE AND SEAL INSPECTION Condition Code Procedure Rear axle seal on rear- wheel drive leaking .... A ..... Require replacement of seal and inspection of axle, bearing, housing, and vent tube. Seal bent ............... 1 ............ Suggest replacement. Seal leaking ............ A . Require replacement of seal and inspection of bearings. Seal missing ............ C ............ Require replacement. Seal torn ............... A ............ Require replacement. Wheel bearing assembly feels rough when rotated ........... A .. Require replacement of bearing assembly. Wheel bearing balls are pitted ............. A .. Require replacement of bearing assembly. Wheel bearing balls are worn ............... A .. Require replacement of bearing assembly. Wheel bearing end-play exceeds vehicle manufacturer’s specifications ......... B .. Require adjustment of bearing, |