1991 4runner front diff disassembly

[aagrena38]

I've got a 1991 4runner and the right, passenger side flange from the front differential is loose. It is causing an annoying vibration and it's just terrible to listen to. So I figured it's the bearing inside the front differential. I've ripped out the differential and taken pretty much every bolt off i could find, i just cant seem to be able to get this bearing out. Any help is appreciated, thanks. :ybrick:

 

[aagrena38]

the picture didn't work the way i wanted it to but it's the bottom bearing when looking at the picture.

 

[fourwd1]

You have to remove the side gear shafts, and you'll probably need a puller to get them out. IIRC there is a snap ring in side on the end of the shaft, holding it in, so that needs to come of first.
Then remove the diff assy to get to the bearings.

 

[KidVermicious]

When I pulled the gear shafts, I put a fat flathead screwdriver between the crosspin and the end of the gear shaft and gave it a stiff whack. They popped right out.