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Differential Bearing Race

NOTE: Component identifier numbers used in the following illustrations relate to specific steps in the procedures below.





Removal
1. Remove the four screws of the seal holder.
- Lift out the screws and the seal holder and remove the O-ring.
2. Carefully tap out the bearing race with a hammer and a drift (destructive dismantling).

CAUTION: Tap with equal force on both sides.





Installation
1. Install (press in) the new bearing race until it reaches the bottom using driver tools No. 87 91 246 and 87 91 204, or equivalents.




2. Install the seal holder with its O-ring.
- Tighten the screws alternately to 20-24 Nm (14.5-17.5 ft. lbs.)