Carrier Bearing Replacement

Special Tools Required

Attachment, 45 x 55 mm 07MAD-PR90100

NOTE:

The bearing and the outer race should be replaced as a set
Inspect and adjust the carrier bearing preload whenever the bearing is replaced
Check the bearing for wear and rough rotation If the bearing is OK, removal is not necessary

Remove the carrier bearing (A) with a commercially available bearing puller (B), a bearing separator (C), and a spacer(D)

Fig 1: Removing Carrier Bearing
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Install new carrier bearings using the 45 x 55 mm attachment and a press
NOTE:
- Press the bearing on until it bottoms
- Use the small end of the 45x55 mm attachment to install the bearings
- Press the bearing on securely so there is no clearance between the bearing and the differential carrier
  
  Fig 2: Installing Carrier Bearing
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