This to be done one requires the following tools for servicing and repair of the
Differential side bearings on an 8.6-inch axle: j 22912-b split plate bearing puller, j 8092 universal driver handle - 3/4 in - 10, j 21784 side bearing installer, j 22888-d side bearing remover kit, j 29710 Differential side bearing installer, and j 44420 Differential bearing and hub seal installer. Start with the removal of the Differential assembly and clamping it in a vise. Using the j 22888-20a and j 8107-4, cover the Differential case side bearing bore and then remove the Differential side bearings with the j 22888-20a. For installation, cover the Differential case with j 8107-4 on the side where the bearing installation is being made. Mount the j 21784 and j 8092 to the Differential case bearing and drive the bearing onto the case using either j 21784 or j 29710 along with the j 8092. Finally, reinstall the Differential assembly.