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Differential Side Retainer

NOTE: After adjusting the drive pinion backlash and tooth contact, replace the oil seal and O-ring with new parts.
  1. Remove the O-rings.
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  2. Remove the oil seal.
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  3. Remove the split pin (ST), and then remove the claw.

    Preparation tool: 

    ST: PULLER ASSY (398527700)

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  4. Attach two claws to the side bearing outer race, and set the ST to the differential side retainer.

    Preparation tool: 

    ST: PULLER ASSY (398527700)

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  5. Restore the removed claws to original position, and install the pin and split pin.
  6. Hold the shaft (ST) to avoid detachment from the differential side retainer, and remove the side bearing outer race.

Preparation tool: 

ST: PULLER ASSY (398527700)

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