NEEDLE BEARING AND OIL SEAL (SIDE GEAR) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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Removal

1.  Remove the rear drive shaft. (See REAR DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2.  Remove the needle bearing and the oil seal using the SSTs.

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Installation

1.  Install the needle bearing using the SSTs.

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Note

•  Lubricate the new needle bearing with rear axle oil.

2.  Lubricate the new oil seal with grease and install the oil seal using the SST.

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Note

•  Lubricate the new needle bearing with rear axle oil.

3.  Install the rear drive shaft. (See REAR DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

Caution

•  Before installing the drive shaft, inspect the inboard CV joint seal journal for rust or nicks/scratches. Polish the seal journal with fine crocus cloth.