Removal

REMOVAL




1. Remove axle shafts.
2. Mark propeller shaft and pinion flange for installation reference and remove shaft.
3. Rotate pinion gear three or four times.
4. Record pinion torque to rotate (1) with an inch pound torque wrench (2).




5. Hold pinion flange (1) with Wrench 8979 (2) and remove pinion flange nut and washer.




6. Mark a line across the pinion shaft and flange for installation reference.
7. Remove pinion flange (1) with Puller 8992 (2).
8. Remove pinion shaft seal with a pry tool or slide hammer mounted screw.