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I am getting ready to pull off the rear bearing carrier so I can take it down to a machine shop to press a new bearing in.

Wayne's book and web site have a very helpful DIY.

The Bentley's service book has some additional steps that was not in Wayne's book.
They recommend removing the aluminum diagonal braces and the reinforcement plate.
Also disconnect inner CV joint from the transmission?

Is it necessary to do the additional Bentley steps?

Thanks