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Axle Assembly: Disassembly

  1. Mount axle assembly on suitable holding fixture, then remove axle assembly cover plate. Using suitable puller, remove side retainers. Remove differential case assembly from carrier.
  2. If side bearings are to be replaced, remove bearing outer races from side retainers using a suitable puller.
  3. Hold pinion flange stationary and remove pinion nut, then using suitable puller, remove pinion flange. Press drive pinion from carrier and remove rear bearing inner race, bearing spacer and adjusting washer.
  4. Remove oil seal. Remove pilot bearing together with pilot bearing spacer and front bearing inner race. Press rear bearing inner race from drive pinion. Using suitable drift, remove front and rear bearing outer races.
    NOTE: Keep left and right side bearings separate. They are not interchangeable.
  5. To disassemble differential case, use suitable puller and remove side bearings. Remove ring gear by unfolding lock strap and loosening bolts. Unstake pinion shaft lock pin and punch out pin from flange side.
    NOTE: Mark gears and thrust washers for installation in their original positions.
  6. Remove pinion shaft, pinion gears, side gears and thrust washers. Thoroughly clean and inspect all parts for wear or damage and replace as necessary.
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