Side Retainer

NOTE: After adjusting the drive pinion backlash and tooth contact, remove and install the oil seal and O-ring.

Remove the O-ring.

Fig 1: Identifying O-Ring
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Remove the oil seal.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Seal
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Remove the split pin, and then remove the claw.
ST 398527700 PULLER ASSY

Fig 3: Removing Claw Using ST 398527700 Puller Assy
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Attach the two claws to the outer race, and set the ST on the differential side retainer.
ST 398527700 PULLER ASSY

Fig 4: Setting ST 398527700 Puller Assy On Differential Side Retainer
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Restore the removed claws to original position, and install the pin and split pin.
Hold the shaft of ST to avoid detachment from the differential side retainer, and remove the bearing outer race.
ST 398527700 PULLER ASSY

NOTE: Replace the bearing inner and outer races as a single unit.

Fig 5: Removing Bearing Outer Race Using ST 398527700 Puller Assy
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