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DRIV
REAR AXLE/FINAL DRIVE GEAR AND DRIVE SHAFT
REMOVING THE REAR AXLE
1.Remove:
●Rear axle 1
(with dust seal)
●O-ring
CAUTION:
●Never directly tap the axle end with a
hammer, since this will result in damage
to the axle thread and spline.
●Attach a suitable socket 2 on the axle
end and tap it with a soft hammer. Pull out
the rear axle to the right.
DISASSEMBLING THE FINAL DRIVE GEAR
1.Remove:
●Bearing retainer (final drive pinion gear)
N
OTE:
Use a bearing retainer wrench 1.
CAUTION:
The final drive shaft bearing retainer has
left-handed threads. To loosen the retainer,
turn it clockwise.
2.Remove:
●Final drive pinion gear assembly
With a soft hammer, lightly tap on the final
drive pinion gear end.
CAUTION:
Removal of the final drive pinion gear
should only be performed if gear
replacement is necessary.
WARNING
Always use new bearings and races.
Bearing retainer wrench:
P/N. YM-04050, 90890-04050