Spicer Drive Axles Service Manual Single Axles 2-Speed & Double Reduction - Manual (Page 17)

Disassemble Wheel Differential
10. First, try to lift off high-speed clutch
plate by hand. If it cannot be removed
easily, press off plate as follows: (Refer to
illustration).
A. Insert properly sized adapters (round
metal stock) into two idler pin holes and
invert the case assembly in a press. The
clutch plate should be down. The adapter
length should provide space for removal of
the plate.
B. Use bar stock to block the center hole in
the clutch plate and press against it with
the press ram.
C. Continue to press until the plate breaks
loose from the plate dowel pins.
11. Remove bearing cones from support
cases using suitable puller (see illustration).
NOTE: Holes are provided in case to enable
removal of bearing cone with a pilot punch
(see illustration). Tap alternately through
each hole until cone is removed.
WARNING: When using a drift,
punch or similar tool, wear safety
glasses.
REMOVAL / DISASSEMBLY
Drive Axle
Overhaul
Section
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