Question 7General Subjects - 1st Asst/Chief

The correct answer is C) split washer or backup ring. To remove an antifriction bearing from a shaft undamaged, a split washer or backup ring is used in conjunction with an arbor press or wheel puller. The split washer or backup ring provides a means to grip the bearing's inner race, allowing the bearing to be pulled off the shaft without damaging the bearing components. The other options are incorrect because: A) a jack screw is not typically used for bearing removal, B) a ring gage is used for measuring, not bearing removal, and D) a split die is used for cutting, not bearing removal.