Spicer Single Drive Axles Service Manual: 34DS, 34RS, 38DS, 38RS, DS340, RS340, DS380, RS380, DS400, RS400, DS3 User Manual
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Differential Carrier Overhaul (Forward and Rear Axle)
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Ser
vice Procedure
Special Instructions
During the following yoke removal procedure, the drive pinion may fall out of bearings and cage. Do not allow pinion to drop
on hard surface.
Procedure -
1.
Rear Axle Pinion Yoke: Remove yoke. If pinion nut was not
loosened during earlier disassembly, clamp assembly in vise
jaws, use brass pads to prevent damage.
Loosen and remove pinion nut and flat washer.
2.
Forward and Rear Axle Pinion Bearing Cage: For pinion with
press-fit bearing cone, support cage and press pinion out of
bearing cage and bearing cone.
3.
For pinion with slip-fit bearing cone, the cage, outer bearing
and pinion can usually be disassembled easily without a
press. If difficulty is experienced, use a press.
4.
Removing Bearing Cage (Rear Axle illustrated).
IMPORTANT