M DIFFERENTIAL Disassembly note Output shafts Remove the output shafts with two pry bars as shown in the figure. -J Differential case Caution The differential case is made of aluminum, and is therefore easily dented and scratched by metal tools. When. separating the differential carrier from the case, use only a plastic hammer at the point shown in the figure. Strike the differential carrier with a copper hammer to separate it from the case. Differential gear assembly Mount the differential gear assembly on the SST. Bearing caps Mark one bearing cap and the carrier. Adjusting nuts Mark one adjusting nuts and the carrier. Knock pin Secure the gear case in a vise and tap out the knock pin toward the ring gear side. Bearing inner races (Side bearing) Note Mark the bearings so that they can later be reinstalled in the same position. Remove the bearing inner races (side bearing) from the gear case by using the SST. -1 Gartner Banana
