Tools & consumables
- Basic hand tools: set of metric sockets and deep sockets, ratchet, extensions, breaker bar, combination wrenches.
- Torque wrench (capable to required values for axle/differential bolts).
- Impact or pinion nut socket + breaker bar.
- Floor jack and heavy-duty axle stands (or a lift).
- Wheel chocks, blocks, and wood cribbing.
- Drain pan, funnels, rags, solvent, parts tray.
- Seal puller, pry bar, rubber mallet.
- Bearing puller and hydraulic or arbor press.
- Pinion bearing installer tools / driver set.
- Dial indicator with magnetic base (for backlash measurement).
- Pinion depth tool or a suitable depth gauge / dummy shims.
- Gear marking compound (Prussian blue or equivalent) for contact pattern.
- Micrometer / calipers (for bearing/ring gear checks).
- Plastigage (optional for bearing clearance checks).
- Pullers for carrier / ring gear (if needed).
- Snap-ring pliers (if applicable).
- Thread locker (Loctite medium/high as specified).
- RTV gasket sealant or new gasket for diff cover.
- New bearings, pinion crush sleeve (if used), pinion seal, axle seals, ring & pinion (if required), ring gear bolts (recommended new), differential oil (Massey-spec oil or SAE 80W-90 GL-5 EP unless manual states otherwise), new drain/fill plug washer(s).
- Safety: gloves, safety glasses, steel-toe boots.

Safety & preparation
1. Park tractor on firm level surface. Lower implements to ground, engage park/parking brake, put transmission in neutral.
2. Chock front wheels securely. Block frame points before jacking. Disconnect battery negative terminal to prevent accidental start.
3. Use proper jack points. If lifting rear, support chassis on heavy-duty axle stands or use a lift. Never rely on jack alone.
4. Relieve hydraulic pressure from implements and allow components to cool.
5. Have a fire extinguisher nearby and dispose of used oil per local law.

Quick differential fluid change (no teardown)
1. Warm the differential by running tractor a few minutes (warm oil drains easier).
2. Locate fill plug (high on housing) and drain plug (bottom). Remove fill plug first to ensure refill is possible.
3. Place drain pan under drain plug. Remove drain plug and allow oil to drain completely. Inspect fluid for metal flakes (magnetic drain plug helps).
4. Clean magnetic surfaces inside drain area and plug. Replace crush washer/sealing washer on drain plug.
5. Reinstall drain plug finger-tight then torque to spec.
6. Refill through fill hole with correct gear oil until oil begins to weep from fill hole (or to level specified in manual). Reinstall fill plug with new washer if present.
7. Clean up, start tractor, cycle differential lock (if fitted) a few times to circulate, recheck level, check for leaks.

Full differential service / rebuild (step-by-step)
Note: A full rebuild involves heavy parts and precise measurements. Follow factory manual for torque values, shim sizes, and final specs. Below is a standard professional approach.

A. Disassembly, access & inspection
1. Block wheels, remove rear wheels to ease access.
2. Remove brakes/parking brake components if they obstruct differential cover or axle removal—label and store hardware.
3. Support axle housing and remove differential cover or carrier access plate. If cover is sealed with RTV, cut carefully.
4. Drain fluid (if not done).
5. Inspect ring gear, pinion, bearings, races, seals, axle splines for wear, scoring, pitting or metal debris. Use a magnet to collect debris.
6. Remove axle shafts (if splined/pinned) following the manual — support the carrier when shafts/axles are withdrawn to avoid dropping weight into housing.
7. Tag and mark orientation of parts for reassembly (front/back, left/right).
8. Remove ring gear bolts and separate ring gear from carrier (if replacing or cleaning). Use appropriate puller or drive out bolts in sequence. Do not pry on gear teeth.

B. Remove pinion & bearings
1. Remove pinion nut and pull pinion out using puller or press as required. If tractor uses a crush sleeve, note that it must be replaced.
2. Press off pinion bearings and race(s). Inspect pinion gear for wear — check for pitting and tooth damage.
3. Remove carrier bearings and carrier (use puller/press). Inspect bearing races in housing — if worn, they must be replaced or the housing machined.

C. Clean & measure
1. Thoroughly clean all parts in solvent; dry and inspect for micro-pitting or heat discoloration.
2. Measure ring gear runout, tooth thickness, pinion gear dimensions, bearing bores and journal diameters with micrometer/calipers. Record values and compare to specs in manual.
3. Decide which parts to replace: typically replace pinion bearings, carrier bearings, pinion crush sleeve, pinion seal, axle seals. Replace ring & pinion if patterns are poor, teeth damaged, or wear exceeds tolerances. Replace ring gear bolts (recommended).

D. Installation — pinion first
1. Install new pinion bearing inner races and press new bearings onto pinion using correct drivers; avoid hammering gear teeth.
2. If using a crush sleeve: replace with new one. If shims are used, use shim stack per manual to set pinion depth.
3. Insert pinion into housing and install new pinion seal (use driver) and nut. Tighten pinion nut to compress crush sleeve or set initial preload per manual. For crush sleeve systems you achieve preload by torquing pinion nut to specified torque then drive nut-off to tighten or use method specified by manufacturer — follow factory procedure exactly.
4. Measure pinion bearing preload (using torque wrench to measure breakaway torque or per manual). Adjust until within spec. Pitfall: do not reuse crushed sleeve or rely on torque numbers only — verify preload.

E. Install carrier & set backlash/pinion depth
1. Install new carrier bearings on carrier, install ring gear on carrier if removed, tighten ring gear bolts progressively in star pattern with threadlocker; final torque per manual.
2. Install carrier into housing with appropriate carrier shims (if used). Typical procedure: set pinion depth to spec first, then adjust carrier shims to achieve correct backlash.
3. Mount dial indicator on case with base touching a ring gear tooth near the root. Rotate ring to settle bearings, then measure backlash by moving ring gear back and forth with wrench. Target backlash value per manual (typical small range 0.05–0.20 mm depending on design). Adjust carrier shim thickness to increase/decrease backlash. Pitfall: one millimeter of shim change can move backlash significantly; change in small increments.
4. After setting backlash, check ring gear tooth contact pattern using a heavy smear of gear marking compound on several teeth and rotating the gear under pinion load. Pattern should be centered on face width and biased slightly toward heel or toe as manual specifies. If pattern is off, adjust pinion depth (shims/crush sleeve) and recheck. This is iterative: pinion depth -> carrier shim -> backlash -> pattern.
5. When pattern and backlash are correct, torque ring bolts to specified final torque.

F. Reassembly & sealing
1. Install new axle seals and replace any worn axle bearings or races as needed.
2. Reinstall axle shafts, brakes, and any removed components. Replace gaskets/seals or use RTV per factory instructions.
3. Reinstall cover with new gasket or sealant and torque bolts in a cross pattern to spec.
4. Refill with specified differential oil to fill level.
5. Reconnect battery.

G. Break-in & final checks
1. Start tractor, let it idle, cycle differential lock and driveshaft engagement a few times (if applicable), low-speed movement with load for short distance to seat bearings and ring/pinion.
2. After initial run-in and cool-down, recheck oil level and torque critical fasteners (pinion nut not typically retorqued after crush sleeve method, follow manual).
3. Reinspect for leaks and abnormal noises. Check for metal in magnetic drain plugs after short interval.

How each tool is used (practical notes)
- Torque wrench: final torque on all bolts; use proper range and calibration. Tighten in stages and specified sequences.
- Dial indicator: measures backlash. Mount securely; zero on tooth, rock ring gear and read movement.
- Pinion depth tool: gauges how far pinion tooth sits into ring gear; necessary to establish correct pattern. If unavailable, use standard method of a number of shim thicknesses and trial patterns (less precise).
- Hydraulic/arbor press: press bearings on/off gently, apply even force to race surfaces only.
- Bearing puller: extract bearings from shafts without damaging journals.
- Gear marking compound: place on ring gear teeth, rotate under load to reveal contact patch. Interpret pattern center/edges per manual.
- Micrometer/calipers: measure worn diameters and tolerances to decide replacement.
- Seal puller/driver: remove/install seals without damaging housings.

Common pitfalls & how to avoid them
- Not consulting the factory service manual: torque specs, preload, and backlash values are model-specific. Always verify.
- Reusing crush sleeves, seals, and bearings: these are wear items; replace when servicing to avoid later failure.
- Not replacing pinion or ring gear when pattern is poor: small adjustments can mask bad gears — replace if pattern won't center after correct shimming.
- Incorrect pinion depth or backlash: leads to noisy or rapidly failing gears. Use dial indicator and gear marking compound; don't guess.
- Over-torquing ring bolts in one pass: torque in stages and use star pattern, use threadlocker if required.
- Contamination: dirt or water in gears shortens life. Clean parts carefully and keep area clean.
- Not checking bearing preload: bearings that are too loose or too tight will fail quickly.
- Improper seal installation: damaged lip or wrong orientation leads to leaks. Use proper drivers and replace seals.
- Not replacing drain/fill washer: leak risk.
- Failing to secure tractor properly while working: always chock wheels and support on stands.

Replacement parts commonly required
- Differential oil (Massey Ferguson recommended or SAE/GL-5 spec).
- Pinion seal and axle seals.
- Pinion bearings, carrier bearings (and races if needed).
- Pinion crush sleeve (or new shims if used).
- Ring & pinion (if worn or damaged).
- Ring gear bolts (recommended).
- Gasket or RTV for cover.
- Drain/fill plug washers.

Final notes (no yapping)
- Always use factory service manual for specific torque values, shim thickness tables, preload specifications and oil capacity.
- If you are not set up with bearing presses, pinion depth tools, and pattern checking ability, consider having ring & pinion set by a differential shop or replace the entire carrier assembly as a cost-effective alternative.
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