Locking Differential Cam Unit Disassemble (10.5 Inch Axle)

Tools Required

• J 22912-O1  Split Plate Bearing Puller
• J 45232  Differential Bearing Adjuster Needle Bearing Installer - LH. See Special Tools .

1. Measure and record the overall length of the locking differential cam, side gear and clutch plate assembly from the front of the gear to the back of the thrust sleeve, including the locking differential clutch disc thrust washer.
2. Remove the guide clips.
3. Remove the thrust sleeve using the J 22912-O1  (2) and the J 45232  (1), if necessary, and a hydraulic press. See Special Tools .
   Fig 1: Removing Thrust Sleeve Using J 45232 & J 22912-O1

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4. Disassemble the locking differential side gear cam unit and clutch disc assembly as follows:
   Fig 2: Locking Differential Side Gear Cam Unit & Clutch Disc Assembly (10.5 Inch Axle)

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   1. Remove the clutch discs and the splined discs (6, 8-14).
   2. Remove the wave washer (5).
   3. Remove the fuse disc (4).
   4. Remove the carbon eared disc (3).
   5. Disassemble the cam plate (2) from the cam side gear (1).