I'm changing my front axle seals but I can't get the carrier to pop loose. The truck is on jack stands pass side seal no problem, drivers side can't do til I get that dang carrier out.

HELP FAST!!!!!!

 

There is a special tool that is used to expand the pumpkin and let the carrier out. It fits in the round detents on each side of the outside of the pumpkin. I have heard of people having success with a couple of pry bars. GENTLY!

 

i used 2 pry bars, most dana,s dont need the expander tool, i have not had one that i need it , one guy i know used a chain hoist hooked to the frame (seam to work realy good )use a dead blow hammer to install it back, i use a 3 # one and wack the heck out of it , if you do use the expander dont go over .002 , the housing will stay loose ,hope this helps
jman

 

Thanks guys I got it , I used a come-a-long from the carrier to the most foward cross member, left the caps on loose and it came right out. The pry bars and two people didn't work on this one.

THANKS "CRIS"