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Front Differential: Disassembly

NOTE: When replacing the side bearing, always replace it together with inner race and outer race.

Remove the side bearing inner race using ST1 and ST2.
Preparation tool:

ST1: PULLER ASSY (399703600)

ST2: SEAT (398497701)

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Using the ST, remove the spring pin.
Preparation tool:

ST: STRAIGHT PIN REMOVER (899904100)

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Remove the pinion shaft, and remove the differential bevel pinion, differential bevel gear and thrust washer.

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(A)	Pinion shaft
(B)	Differential bevel pinion
(C)	Differential bevel gear
(D)	Thrust washer

Remove the side bearing outer race using the ST.
Preparation tool:

ST: PULLER ASSY (398527700)

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