Center Differential, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

NOTE:

Replace the center differential housing O-ring.

If the center differential -1- was removed:

-- Position the center differential on the input shaft splines. Rotate the center differential slightly when doing this.

-- Make sure the center differential can be turned by hand.

-- Place the housing with the flange shaft installed on the center differential. Rotate the housing slightly if necessary.

-- Tighten the center differential housing bolts. Refer to Figure.

Fig 1: Center Differential Housing - Tightening Sequence

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-- Clean and install the tunnel crossmember. Refer to TUNNEL CROSSMEMBER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Install the driveshaft. Refer to OVERVIEW - DRIVESHAFT or 39 FINAL DRIVE, DIFFERENTIAL - Sport Differential .

-- Install and align the exhaust system free of tension. Refer to EXHAUST PIPES/MUFFLERS (For engine code CALA), or EXHAUST PIPES/MUFFLERS (For engine code CAEB) .

-- Fill gear oil in transfer case. Refer to GEAR OIL, DRAINING AND FILLING, TRANSFER CASE .