Removal Procedure
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- Remove the differential assembly. Refer to Differential Replacement .
- Remove the differential side bearings by performing the following steps:
- For the 8.6 inch and the 9.5 inch axles, install the differential assembly in a vise.
- Install the J 22888-20A (2) and the J 8107-4 , 8.6 inch axle, or the J 36597 , 9.5 inch axle as shown.
- Remove the differential side bearings using the J 22888-20A .
- Remove the differential assembly from the vise.