7 - 18DRIVREAR AXLE/FINAL DRIVE GEAR AND DRIVE SHAFTREMOVING THE REAR AXLE1.Remove: Rear axle 1(with dust seal) O-ringCAUTION: Never directly tap the axle end with ahammer, since this will result in damageto the axle thread and spline. Attach a suitable socket 2 on the axleend and tap it with a soft hammer. Pull outthe rear axle to the right.DISASSEMBLING THE FINAL DRIVE GEAR1.Remove: Bearing retainer (final drive pinion gear)NOTE:Use a bearing retainer wrench 1.CAUTION:The final drive shaft bearing retainer hasleft-handed threads. To loosen the retainer,turn it clockwise.2.Remove: Final drive pinion gear assemblyWith a soft hammer, lightly tap on the finaldrive pinion gear end.CAUTION:Removal of the final drive pinion gearshould only be performed if gearreplacement is necessary.WARNINGAlways use new bearings and races.Bearing retainer wrench:P/N. YM-04050, 90890-04050
