Installation Procedure

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NOTE: In order to protect the differential case, install the following special tools on the opposite side of the differential case of the bearing being installed:

For the 8.6 inch axle, install the J 8107-4: plug
For the 9.5/10.5 inch axles, install the J 36597: pilot
For the 11.5 inch axle, install the J 8107-5: plug

Fig 1: View Of Differential Side Bearings Installation

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NOTE: Step 1, is for the 8.6 inch axle.

Using the J 8092: driver (1), J 21784: installer (2) and a hammer, install the differential side bearing.

NOTE: Step 2, is for the 9.5/10.5 inch axles.

Using the J 8092: handle (1), J 29710: installer (2) and a hammer, install the differential side bearing.

Fig 2: Installing Differential Side Bearings (11.5 Inch Axles)

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NOTE: Step 3, is for the 11.5 inch axle.

Using the J 8092: handle (1) J 44420: installer (2) and a hammer, install the differential side bearing.
Install the differential assembly. Refer to Differential Replacement (8.6, 9.5/9.5 LD Inch Axles) or Differential Replacement (10.5 Inch, 11.5 Inch Axle) .