Pinion Bearing Cup Installation

Important: Apply axle lubricant to all bearings, seal lips, gears, thrust washers, and bearing surfaces at assembly.

- Tool Required:
- J 36598 Holding Fixture and Pinion Service Tool

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you Install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

- Mount the left carrier case in J 36598.
- Tighten the attaching bolts securely.





1. Outer bearing cup. Use the forcing screw and J 36598-4.
2. Inner bearing cup.
A. Remove J 36598-3 or J 36598-4 from the forcing screw.
B. Place pilot J 36598-15 in the pinion seal bore.
C. Extend the forcing screw through the pinion bore.





D. Install J 36598-4 on the forcing screw.
E. Rotate the forcing screw until the installer is snug against the bearing cup.
F. Rotate the tool several times to make sure the bearing cup is not cocked in the bore.
- Pull the bearing cup into place with the forcing screw.