B3000 SE Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.0L OHV (1998)
Pinion Gear: Service and Repair
Standard Differential
REAR DRIVE PINION (STANDARD) REMOVAL / INSTALLATION
REMOVAL NOTE
1. Remove the differential case.
2. Remove the companion flange and pinion nut.
3. Remove the rear axle drive pinion shaft oil slinger.
4. Remove the pinion seal.
5. Using a soft-faced hammer, drive the pinion assembly out of the front bearing cone and remove the drive pinion through the rear of the housing.
6. Remove the collapsible spacer and discard it.
7. Use the Bearing Pulling Attachment D84L-1123-A or equivalent to remove the inner pinion bearing.
NOTE: Do not remove the pinion bearing cups from the carrier casting unless the cups are damaged.
