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Disassembly/Assembly

NOTE: The bearings do not need to be removed unless you are replacing them.




1. Before disassembly, inspect the backlash of the side gears and pinion gears, referring to Inspection.
2. Disassemble in the order shown in the image, referring to Disassembly Note.
3. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly, referring to Assembly Note.
4. Measure the backlash after assembly, referring to Inspection.




Disassembly Note
Bearing (side opposite ring gear)

CAUTION: Hold the gear case with one hand so that it does not fall.

Remove the bearing by using the SST.




Bearing (ring gear side)

NOTE: Use pads in the vise.

Remove the bearing by using the SST.




Assembly Note
Speedometer drive gear
Install the speedometer drive gear as shown in the image.




Bearing (side opposite ring gear)
1. Install the speedometer drive gear.
2. Install the new bearing by using the SST.




Bearing (ring gear side)
Install the new bearing by using the SST.




Roll pin
Install the new roll pin as shown in the image to hold the pinion shaft.
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