Center Bearing and Inner Shaft

CENTER BEARING AND INNER SHAFT






DISASSEMBLY





1. Using the special tool (09517-43001), disassemble the center bearing bracket from the inner shaft.





2. sing the special tool (09216-21100, 09495-33100), press out the center bearing from the outside to the in side direction of the center bearing bracket as shown in the illustration.

INSPECTION
1. Check the inner shaft for damage, bending or rust.
2. Check the inner shaft splines for wear or damage.
3. Check the center bearing for scoring, discoloration and roughness of the roller journals moving surfaces.

REASSEMBLY





1. Apply multipurpose grease to the center bearing and inside the center bearing bracket.





2. Using the special tool (09495-33100), press the center bearing into the center bearing bracket.





3. Apply multipurpose grease to the rear surface of all dust seals.
Recommended grease: LIG-2 or Sunlight No. 2
Inner dust seal: 7 - 10 grams (0.25 - 0.35 ounces)
Outer dust seal: 4.6 grams (0.14 - 0.21 ounces)








4. Using the special tool, tap in the outer dust seal and inner dust seal in that order until they are flush with the edge of the center bearing bracket.

NOTE: When applying grease, make sure that it does not adhere to anything outside the lip.





5. Using the special too (09432-33300), support the center bearing as shown in the figure, then press in the inner shaft.