Inspect tapered roller bearings and bearing races. - AR33.20-P-0310-02A
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The tapered roller bearings and bearing races can be used again if:
- both the rollers and the bearing races display a smooth, light gray track.
- no discoloration (from severe overheating, etc.) is found.
- the roller cage and the face ends of the taper rollers are not damaged.
- the bearing races sit tight in the wheel hub.
Only replace the tapered roller bearing and bearing races in pairs.