Spicer Driveshafts Service Manual - Manual (Page 23)

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Driveshaft
Removal
1. On some Spicer center bearing assemblies, a metal
retainer spans the outside center bearing bracket. If
present, remove the metal retainer and discard.
2. Remove and discard the center bearing bracket.
3. Remove and discard rubber cushion.
4. Using a puller, follow the tool manufacturer’s
instructions to remove the bearing assembly from
the midship. Discard the center bearing.
Inspect Midship Bearing Diameter
5. Inspect midship for wear on bearing diameter. If
midship is damaged from a seized bearing, replace-
ment of entire coupling shaft is necessary.
6. If no damage is apparent, remove slinger and dis-
card. Proceed to installation of center bearing.