9-7X V8-5.3L (2005)
Carrier Bearings: Service and Repair
Differential Side Bearings Replacement
Tools Required
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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 Puller Kit
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J 45231 Differential Side Bearing Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the differential. Refer to Differential Replacement (See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Drive Axle/Differential
Replacement).
2. Remove the differential side bearings by performing the following steps:
1. Install the differential assembly in a vise.
2. Install the J 22888-20A (2) and the J 8107-2, 8.0 inch axle, or the J 8107-4, 8.6 inch axle (1), as shown.
3. Remove the differential side bearings using the J 22888-20A.
3. Remove the differential assembly from the vise.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the differential side bearings by doing the following:
1. In order to protect the differential case, install the J 8107-2, 8.0 inch axle, or the J 8107-4, 8.6 inch axle, in the case on the side opposite the
bearing installation.
2. Install the J 45231, 8.0 inch axle, or the J 21784, 8.6 inch axle (2), and the J 8092 (1) onto the differential case bearing as shown.
3. Drive the bearing onto the case using the J 45231, 8.0 inch axle, or the J 21784, 8.6 inch axle (2) and the J 8092 (1).
2. Install the differential. Refer to Differential Replacement (See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Drive Axle/Differential
Replacement).