Removal

1. Remove axle shaft as described in this Section.

2. Remove the oil seal from the axle tube. Discard the seal.

3. Pull the bearing from the axle tube using Push Puller T81P-1104-C, Adapters T81P-1104-B (coarse thread) or D81T-1104-A (fine thread) and Rear Wheel Bearing Remover, T81T-1225-A, as shown.

CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when removing the bearing in the event the bearing explodes or shatters during removal.

4. Use a standard metal cleaning solvent to clean out the bearing bore in the housing. Wipe this area clean, making sure it is free from dirt or any other contamination that might be present.




NOTE: The bearing bore must be free from nicks and burrs. Wipe the bore with emery cloth to assure a smooth surface. Clean bore out with a standard metal cleaning solvent. If bore has burrs or spalled areas and a new bearing is installed, it may lead to early fatiguing.