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Transfer Output Shaft (Hypoid Gear) Bearing Removal/Installation
2008 Acura RL V6-3.5LSECTION Transfer Output Shaft (Hypoid Gear) Bearing Removal/Installation
Transfer Output Shaft (Hypoid Gear) Bearing Removal/Installation
Special Tools Required
Driver, 40 mm I.D. 07746-0030100
1. Remove the tapered roller bearing (A) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (B) with a bearing separator (C) and a press. Place a shaft protector (D) between the transfer output shaft and a press to prevent damaging the shaft.
2. Install the 40 mm thrust shim (A) over the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear).
3. Install the tapered roller bearing over the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) using the driver (40 mm I.D.) and a press.
Special Tools Required
Driver, 40 mm I.D. 07746-0030100
1. Remove the tapered roller bearing (A) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (B) with a bearing separator (C) and a press. Place a shaft protector (D) between the transfer output shaft and a press to prevent damaging the shaft.
2. Install the 40 mm thrust shim (A) over the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear).
3. Install the tapered roller bearing over the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) using the driver (40 mm I.D.) and a press.
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