Mark the position of the differential box bearing adjusting nut relative to the gearbox housing and, by moving the differential box manually, check the axial clearance of its bearings.
Remove the locking plate and unscrew the differential box bearing preload adjusting nut using the KM 447 tool.
Remove the differential through the opening covered by the cover.
Using tools KM 454-2 and KM 454-4, remove the adjusting nut seals.
Using the KM 304 and KM 451 tools, press out the outer bearing ring from the gearbox housing.
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Press the inner races of the tapered roller bearings off the differential box.
Loosen the bolts securing the driven gear of the main transmission to the differential box and press it out with a hammer through a brass drift.
Remove the speedometer drive pinion by cutting it with a chisel.
Remove the satellite axle retaining rings and knock out the axle.
Turn the satellites and axle gears to remove them from the differential box, then remove the thrust washers.
Clean the parts from dirt, check their condition and lubricate thoroughly with gearbox oil.
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