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20 Meritor Differential Carrier 18X
2 Maintenance
Fig. 2.15 Fig. 2.17
Fig. 2.16
Fig. 2.18
4. Apply assembly oil to the pinion shaft (Fig 2.15) and press the
inner cone firmly against the pinion head shoulder using a
suitable tool, which applies pressure only on the bearing inner
cone face (Fig.2.16). Apply a press load of 6 ÷ 8 tons.
(MST4902)
5. Press the outer cup of pinion bearing firmly into its bore in the
carrier. Apply a press load of 6 ÷ 8 tons, using a suitable tool
(MST4802), which is the same size as outer race (Fig.2.17).
Press the bearing until is squarely against the shoulder in the
bottom of its bore (Fig.2.18).
Assembly Oil
MST4902
MST4802
CAUTION:
Cups must be firmly seated in the bore- Check with feeler
gauge (0.02mm) after installation.