Bearing Replacement (All Exc. Pickup)
- Remove axle bearing and collar using a press and a suitable bearing adapter.NOTE: If pressure necessary to remove bearing exceeds TO tons (7 tons on DLC & RX7), or if bearing adapter is not available, grind bearing retaining collar down and cut with a chisel to remove.
- To reassemble, apply a light coat of oil to axle shaft and place bearing retainer and spacer on shaft. Position bearing on shaft with sealed side toward axle shaft flange, then press bearing on shaft until spacer contacts shaft shoulder. Next, press bearing retaining collar on shaft until it seats firmly against bearing.NOTE: Do not press bearing and collar on shaft at the same time. In addition, if collar is installed with less than 2.5 tons (2.7 tons on DLC & RX7) pressure, replace with a new part.