John Deere 318 - Manual (Page 258)

16. Remove four cap screws (A).
17. Remove input shaft assembly (B) from gear case
(C).
18. Remove four cap screws (D), end cap (E) and shims
(F).
19. Remove vent plug (H) and adapter (I).
NOTE: Bearing cup is press-fit in end cap. Remove
bearing cup only if replacement is necessary.
Bearing cones and cups are matched and must
be replaced as complete assemblies.
20. Inspect bearing cup (G) for wear or damage.
Replace if necessary.
21. Remove bearing cup (G) using a slide hammer and
a three-jaw puller.
A—Cap Screw (4 used)
B—Input Shaft Assembly
C—Gear Case
D—Cap Screw (4 used)
E—End Cap
F—Shims (as required)
Input Shaft Side
G—Bearing Cup
H—Vent Plug
I—Adapter
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