SAFARI

18 REAR AXLE Note: Keep the pack of plates and discs exactly as they were removed. Drive Pinion Removal Remove end yoke using holder Pt. No. 2698 5890 3505 and Remover, yoke Pt. no. 2698 5890 3504. Fig. 26 If yoke or flange shows wear in the area of the seal contact, it should be replaced. Remove pinion by tapping with mallet. Catch the pinion with hand and avoid it to fall and get dam- aged. Fig. 27 Caution: Gear tooth have sharp edges. When han- dling gears use care to avoid personal in- jury. Fig. 27 Collect shims and keep together as they will be used later. Replace shims with new ones if they gets mutilated. Note: Discard and replace the collapsible spacer at the time of assembly. Pull out pinion seal with Puller slide hammer Pt. No. 2698 5890 3507. Fig. 28 Note: Discard Seal Remove bearing cone and outer thrust washer. Turn nose of carrier down. Remove outer pinion bear- ing cup. Locate driver on back edge of cup, then drive cup out using Remover front pinion bearing cup Pt. No. 2698 5890 3510 and handle Pt. No. 2698 5890 3506. Fig. 29 Fig. 27 Fig. 28 Fig. 29 Fig. 26