Center Differential Carrier: Disassembly

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Remove the seal rings.

Fig 1: Removing Seal Rings
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Using a press and the special tool, remove the ball bearing.
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Fig 2: Removing Ball Bearing
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Remove the snap ring, and pull out the shaft from the center differential assembly.

Fig 3: Removing Snap Ring
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Remove the thrust washers, pinion gears, and washers from the center differential assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Thrust Washers
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Pull out the intermediate shaft and thrust bearing.