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Carrier Bearings: Service and Repair
Differential Side Bearings Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)

Differential Side Bearings Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)

Tools Required

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J 22912-B Split Plate Bearing Puller

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J 8092 Universal Driver Handle - 3/4 in - 10

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J 21784 Side Bearing Installer

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J 22888-D Side Bearing Remover Kit

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J 29710 Differential Side Bearing Installer

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J 44420 Differential Bearing and Hub Seal Installer

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the differential assembly. Refer to Differential Replacement  (See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Differential

Replacement) .

2. Remove the differential side bearings by doing the following:

1. Install the differential assembly into a vise.
2. Install the J 22888-20A  (2) and the J 8107-4, over the differential case side bearing bore.
3. Remove the differential side bearings using the J 22888-20A.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the differential side bearings by doing the following:

1. In order to protect the differential case, install the J 8107-4  in the case on the side opposite the bearing installation.
2. Install the J 21784  (2), and the J 8092  (1) onto the differential case bearing as shown.
3. Drive the bearing onto the case using the J 21784  or the J 29710  and the J 8092.

2. Install the differential assembly. Refer to Differential Replacement  (See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Differential Replacement)

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