Pontiac FIREBIRD 1972 Service Manual page 338

4A-14 1972 PONTIAC SERVICE MANUAL
Fig. 4 A - 1 3 Pressing Off Axle Bearing (B Series)
Fig. 4A-1 1 Cutting Groove in Inner Race
approximately 1 /16" deep into the retainer (Fig. 4A-
11).
Clean seal surface of axle and then push axle seal as
far as possible away from the bearing.
In order to lessen the chance of damaging the seal
surface on the axle during bearing removal, coat the
inner diameter of remover J 23469 (A and G Series,
"P" coded axle) or J 23674 (B Series, "B" or "0"
coded axle) with grease Tighten tool retaining bolts
only finger tight.
Press off axle shaft bearing and inner retainer using
plate J 6407 and remover J 23469 or J 23674 (Figs.
4A- 12 and 4A- 13).
CAUTION: This tool is designed to contact the
inner race. Do not press on the outer race as
bearing damage will result. The axle seal sur-
face is extremely critical. Use great care during
the pressing operation to avoid any scratches.
REPLACE
1. Install new retainer plate on axle.
2. Lubricate seal inner lip and O.D. with lithium soap
erease and install seal on axle. Alwavs use a new seal.
Fig. 4A-12 Pressing Off Axle Bearing (A and G Series)
P