Spicer Wheel Differential Bearing Replacement Process - Manual

Spicer ®
Drive Axles
P/N: SHAIS183
Wheel Differential Bearing Replacement Process
This procedure should only be followed if a wheel differential bearing cup has been identified as having a cup
that has rotated. It is important that this procedure is followed to insure a proper repair. Refer to Dana Service
Manual AXSM-0056 for any additional carrier set-up information.
Effected Axle Models: D170D/D190D
Parts Needed:
1- 131048 – Threaded bearing cup, plain half – diff. lock
1- 131044 – Threaded bearing cup, flange half
1- 512896 – Forward axle, carrier to housing hardware kit
1- 512897 – Rear-rear axle, carrier to housing hardware kit
1- Loctite 540 ( blue )
1- 513061 – Adjusting tool
Instructions:
1. Block the front and back of one of the steer axle tires.
2. Drain the axle lubricant into a clean container. This lube will be reused after this repair.
3. Disconnect drive shaft from yoke
4. Disconnect IAD lock out and or wheel differential lock out air lines.
5. Remove axle shaft nuts, washers and the axle shafts.
6. Remove carrier to housing capscrews and discard.
7. Place the carrier assembly in a head stand if available.
8. Measure and record ring gear backlash. We will be setting the backlash back to this setting during reassembly.