(c) Using SST, remove the companion flange. SST 09557-22022 11. REMOVE OIL SEAL AND OIL SLINGER (a) Using SST, remove the oil seal from the housing. SST 09308-10010 (b) Remove the oil slinger. 12. REMOVE FRONT BEARING AND BEARING SPACER (a) Using SST, remove the front bearing from the housing. SST 09556-30010 (b) Remove the bearing spacer. If the front bearing is damaged or worn, replace the bearing. 13. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL CASE AND RING GEAR (a) Place matchmarks on the bearing cap and differential carrier. (b) Remove the two bearing caps. (c) Remove the two side bearing preload adjusting plate washers with SST. SST 09504-22010 NOTE: Measure the adjusting plate washer and note the thickness.