K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-305 5.0L VIN M SFI (1998)
Pinion Bearing: Service and Repair
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Tools Required
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J36598 Holding Fixture and Pinion Service Tool
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J36598 Adapter Plate (T, K1, K2 models)
IMPORTANT: At assembly, apply axle lubricant to all of the following parts:
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The bearings
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The seal lips
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The gears
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The thrust washers
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The bearing surfaces
1. Mount the left carrier case in the J36598. For the T, K1, and K2 models, use the J36598 adapter plate.
2. Tighten the attaching bolts securely.
3. Install the outer bearing cup.
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For the T, K1, and K2 models, use the forcing screw and the J36598.
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For the K3 model, use the J36598.
4. Install the inner bearing cup.
4.1.
Remove the J36598 or the J36598 from the forcing screw.
4.2.
Place the pilot J36598 in the pinion seal bore.
4.3.
Extend the forcing screw through the pinion bore.
4.4.
For the T, K1, and K2 models, install the J36598 on the forcing screw. For the K3 model, install the J36598 on the forcing screw.
4.5.
Rotate the forcing screw until the installer is snug against the bearing cup.
4.6.
Rotate the tool several times in order to ensure the bearing cup is not cocked in the bore.
5. Pull the bearing cup into place with the forcing screw.
