Transmission Argo Service Manual
TR-13
Disassembling The Dierential
1. Secure the Dierential by the Output shaft on the cage side within a vise. A vise
equipped with aluminum jaws must be used to avoid any damage to the out-put shaft.
2. Hold the Output Shaft from turning while removing the 3 Fasteners that hold the Gear
Plate and Aluminum Cage together.
3. With the Fasteners removed, gently tap the Gear Plate from the Aluminum Cage us-
ing a soft faced mallet.
CAUTION
When lifting the Gear Plate from the Cage, be aware of any Pinions that may come
with the Gear Plate. Avoid any of these falling to the oor. Any damage to these
pinions can result in reduction of gear life or noise issues.
4. Remove each of the (6) Pinions.
5. Remove the Retaining Ring that secures the Sun Gear to the Output Shaft on the Alu-
minum Cage side. See following page.
6. Slip the Sun Gear from the Output Shaft. See following page.