Removal Procedure
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- Remove the differential assembly. Refer to DIFFERENTIAL REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the differential side bearings by doing the following:
- 2.1. Install the differential assembly into a vise.
- 2.2. Install the J 8107-2
(7.6 inch axle and 1st design 8.6 inch axle) or the J 8107-4
(2nd design 8.6 inch axle) (1)
J 22888-20A (2) onto the differential case.
- 2.3. Remove the differential side bearings using the J 22888-20A .
- Remove the differential assembly from the vise.