Side Bearings Replacement
Differential Side Bearings ReplacementTools Required
^ J25299 Side Bearing Installer
^ J22912-01 Split Plate Bearing Puller
^ J8092 Universal Driver Handle 3/4 in-10
^ J8107-3 Side Bearing Puller Pilot
^ J8107-4 Side Bearing Puller Pilot
^ J29710 Differential Side Bearing Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the differential from the rear axle housing.
2. Remove the differential side bearings by doing the following:
2.1. Install the J22912-O1(2) onto the differential case.
2.2. Install the J8107-4 (8.6 inch axle) or the J8107-3 (9.5 inch axle) (1) onto the differential case.
2.3. Remove the differential side bearings using the J22912-01 and a hydraulic press.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the differential side bearings by doing the following:
1.1. In order to protect the differential case, install the J8107-4 (8.6 inch axle) or the J8107-3 (9.5 inch axle) in the case on the side opposite the bearing installation.
1.2. Install the J25299 (8.6 inch axle) (1), or the J29710 (9.5 inch axle) (1) and the J8092 (2) onto the differential case bearing as shown.
1.3. Drive the bearing onto the case using the J25299 (8.6 inch axle), or the J29710 (9.5 inch axle) and the J8092.
2. Install the differential.