Toro Groundsmaster 3280-D Service Manual page 180

5. Remove the ring gear cap screws. Using a hard
wooden block and a hammer, drive the ring gear from
the differential case. Be prepared to protect the ring gear
when removing it from the differential case; this will
avoid damage of the ring gear teeth (Fig. 25).
NOTE: It is recommended that whenever the ring gear
cap screws are removed, they are to be replaced with
new screws.
6. Do not remove the bearings from the differential case
unless bearing failure is evident. It is recommended that
whenever bearings are removed (regardless of usage)
they must be replaced with new ones. Remove the case
side bearing with a puller as shown (Fig. 26).
If bearings are removed from differential case, locate
and retrieve shims from case. Note shim location to as-
sist in assembly.
7. Put the case in a vise. Drive the lock pin out of the pin-
ion mate shaft (Fig. 27). Use a small drift punch as
shown.
WARNING
To prevent personal injury, always wear a face
shield or safety goggles when striking a drift
punch with a hammer.
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Figure 25
Figure 26
Figure 27
Groundsmaster 3280−D/3320