Removing green bearing

Enough heat to affect the collar will ruin the seal in the bearing. I have never tried to remove the green bearings, but with the stock bearing I have always had to remove the collar first, by notching it, then remove the bearing, and it is a b***h without ruining the bearing.

FYI: The factory service manual, is adament not to use heat to remove the bearing, as it affects the temper/heat treat of the axle. I have used a little heat to help the press, but not a lot.