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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 8092 Universal Driver Handle - ¾ in - 10
    • J 22888-D Side Bearing Remover Kit
    • J 25299 Side Bearing Installer

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the differential assembly. Refer to Differential Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 680400  Size: SH
  3. Remove the differential side bearings by doing the following:
  4. 2.1. Install the differential assembly into a vise.
    2.2. Install the J 22888-20A  (2) and the J 8107-2  (1) onto the differential case.
    2.3. Remove the differential side bearings using the J 22888-20A .
  5. Remove the differential assembly from the vise.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 651740  Size: SH
  1. Install the differential side bearings by doing the following:
  2. 1.1. In order to protect the differential case, install the J 8107-2  (2) in the case on the side opposite the bearing installation.
    1.2. Install the J 25299  (2) and the J 8092  (1) onto the differential case bearing as shown.
    1.3. Drive the bearing onto the case using the J 25299  (2) and the J 8092  (1).
  3. Install the differential assembly. Refer to Differential Replacement .