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Differential Case Assembly

  1. Remove the taper roller bearing using the ST and a press.

    ST 498077000 REMOVER

    Fig 1: Removing Taper Roller Bearing Using ST
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  2. Secure the case in a vise, remove the hypoid driven gear tightening bolts, and then separate the hypoid driven gear into differential case (RH) and differential case (LH).
    Fig 2: Hypoid Driven Gear, Differential Case (RH) And (LH)
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  3. Pull out the straight pin and pinion shaft, then remove the differential bevel gear, washer and differential bevel pinion.
    Fig 3: Pulling Out Straight Pin And Pinion Shaft
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