Removal of Drive Pinion Assembly

REMOVAL OF DRIVE PINION ASSEMBLY





1. Loosen drive pinion nut while holding companion flange using Tool.
Tool number: KV38108300 (J-44195)
2. Remove companion flange with suitable puller.





3. Take out drive pinion together with drive pinion rear bearing, inner cone, drive pinion bearing spacer and drive pinion bearing preload adjusting washer.

CAUTION: Use a brass drift to prevent damage to the drive pinion threads.





4. Remove front oil seal and drive pinion front bearing inner cone.
5. Remove drive pinion bearing outer races with a brass drift.





6. Remove drive pinion rear bearing inner cone and drive pinion height adjusting washer using tool.
Tool number ST30031000 (J22912-01)