Installation Procedure
- Using the hydraulic jack stand, position the rear differential assembly (1) in the vehicle.
- Clean the bolts and apply thread locker on the threads. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Install the front differential mounting bolts (1) and tighten to:
- First Pass: 90 N.m (66 lb ft)
- Final Pass: plus 90 to 105 degrees
- Install the rear differential assembly mounting bolts (1) and tighten to:
- First Pass: 90 N.m (66 lb ft)
- Final Pass: plus 90 to 105 degrees
- Remove the hydraulic jack stand.
- Install the wheel drive shafts. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
- Install the parking brake cable . Refer to Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement .
- Reconnect the electrical connectors from the rear differential assembly to the chassis.
- Install the exhaust muffler assembly. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Single)Exhaust Muffler Replacement (Dual) .
- Install the propeller shaft assembly. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
- Check the fluid level of the rear differential assembly. Refer to Differential Clutch Oil Inspection , and Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection .
- If installing a NEW rear differential assembly, fill with the proper fluid. Refer to Differential Clutch Oil Replacement , and Differential Oil Replacement .
- Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
- Program the rear differential assembly. Refer to Control Module References .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .