Viper GTS V10-8.0L VIN E (1999)
Pinion Gear: Service and Repair
NOTE: The ring and pinion gears are serviced in a matched set. Do not replace the pinion gear without replacing the ring gear.
REMOVAL
1. Remove rear axle assembly.
2. Remove differential assembly from axle housing.
3. Using Holder 6958 to hold yoke and a short length of 1 inch pipe, remove the pinion yoke nut and washer.
4. Using Remover C-452 and Wrench C-3281, remove the pinion yoke from pinion shaft.
5. Remove the pinion gear from housing. Catch the pinion with your hand to prevent it from falling and being damaged.
6. Remove the pinion seal with a slide hammer or pry out with bar.
7. Remove oil slinger, if equipped, and the front pinion bearing.
Fig. 23
8. Remove the front pinion bearing cup with Remover D-103 and Handle C-4171.
Fig. 24
9. Remove the rear bearing cup from housing. Use Remover C-4307 and Handle C-4171.