Carrier Bearings: Service and Repair

BEARING REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
* 07LAD-PW50601 Attachment, 40 x 50 mm
* Or Equivalent

NOTE: Check the bearing for wear and rough rotation. If the bearing is OK, Removal is not necessary.





1. Remove the tapered roller bearing with a bearing puller, a bearing separator, and a stepper adapter.





2. Install the new tapered roller bearings with the special tool and a press.

NOTE:
* Press the bearings on until they bottom.
* Use the small end of the special tool to install the bearing.
* The bearing and outer race should be replaced as a set.
* Inspect and adjust the bearing preload whenever a bearing is replaced.
* Press the bearings on securely so there is no clearance between the bearings and the differential carrier.

BEARING OUTER RACE REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
* 07749-0010000 Driver
* 07GAD-SD40101 Attachment, 78 x 90 mm
* Or Equivalent

NOTE:
* Replace the bearing with a new one whenever the outer race is to be replaced.
* Do not use shim(s) on the torque converter housing side.
* Adjust preload aver replacing the bearing and outer race.
* Coat all parts with ATF during installation.

1. Remove the bearing outer race from the transmission housing by heating the housing to about 212°F (100°C) with a heat gun.
2. Remove the bearing outer race from the torque converter housing.





3. Install the thrust shim, thrust washer and outer race in the transmission housing with the special tools.





4. Install the outer race in the torque converter housing, and be sure to install the outer race until it bottoms in the housing with the special tools.