Trooper LS V6-3.5L (1998)
4. Remove flange nut by using pinion flange holder J-37221.
5. Remove flange.
6. Remove oil seal.
7. Remove outer bearing by using remover J-39602.
8. Remove collapsible spacer.
INSPECTION AND REPAIR
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear, damage, corrosion or any other abnormal conditions are found through inspection. Check the
following parts:
1. Seal surface of the pinion.
2. Cage bore for burns.
INSTALLATION
1. Install collapsible spacer. Discard the used collapsible spacer and install a new one.
2. Install outer bearing.
NOTE: Do not drive in, but just temporarily set in the outer bearing by hand, which should be indirectly pressed in finally by tightening the
flange nut.
3. Install oil seal, use oil seal installer J-24250 to install a new oil seal that has been soaked in axle lubricant.
