Spicer 2007 Spicer Driveshafts Service Manual - Manual (Page 23)

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Disassembly and Reassembly
Disassembly and
Reassembl
y
7. On some Spicer center bearing assemblies, a metal
retainer spans the outside center bearing bracket. If
the metal retainer is present, remove it and discard.
8. Remove and discard the center bearing bracket.
9. Remove and discard the rubber cushion.
10. Using a puller, follow the tool manufacturer’s
instructions to remove the bearing assembly from
the midship. Discard the center bearing.
11. Inspect the midship for wear on the bearing diame-
ter. If the midship is damaged from a seized bearing,
replacement of the entire coupling shaft is neces-
sary.
12. If no damage is apparent, remove the slinger, and
proceed to the installation of the center bearing,
described in the "Reassembly - Inboard Slip Style"
section.