Bearing Disassembly Note

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(If the bearing remains on the bracket)

Remove the bearing using the SST.

Fig 1: Removing Bearing Using SST
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(If the bearing remains on the joint shaft)

While holding the joint shaft, press out the bearing using the SST.

Fig 2: Pressing Out Bearing Using SST
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