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B. Disassembly (Initial)
(1) Remove bearing housing cap.
(2) Remove drive pinion circlip.
(3) Tap on splined end of drive pinion
shaft with a soft hammer. Remove the
drive pinion assembly.
Drive Pinion Assembly Inspection
C.
Check bearing movement for damage to
balls, rough spots, bearing looseness.
Inspect gear teeth. If any gear tooth is
damaged, the gear set must be replaced.
Driven Pinion Assembly Inspection
D.
Leave driven pinion installed. Spin the
shaft to check for bearing damage. Inspect
gear teeth.
E .
Drive Pinion Bearing Removal (for re-
placement only)
Bend down locking collar of the nut.
(2) Use special tool to hold splined end of
shaft and remove the nut.
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