Differential Case Assembly

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Using a press and ST, remove the taper roller bearing.
1. ST 498077000 REMOVER
Fig 1: Identifying Taper Roller Bearing
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Secure the case in a vise and remove the hypoid driven gear tightening bolts, then separate the hypoid driven gear, differential case (RH) and differential case (LH).

Fig 2: Identifying Hypoid Driven Gear
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Pull out the straight pin and pinion shaft, and remove the differential bevel gear, washer and differential bevel pinion.

Fig 3: Pulling Out Straight Pin And Pinion Shaft
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