Locking Differential Cam Unit Disassemble

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Fig 1: Locking Differential Retaining Ring

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Remove the retaining ring.

Fig 2: Exploded View Of Locking Differential Side Gear Cam Unit & Clutch Disc Assembly

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Disassemble the cam unit and clutch disc assembly as follows:
1. Remove the guide clips (6).
2. Remove the clutch discs and the splined discs (7-14).
3. Remove the wave washer (5).
4. Remove the fuse disc (4).
5. Remove the carbon eared disc (3).
6. Disassemble the cam plate (2) from the cam side gear (1).