Installation Procedure
- NOTE:
Before installing, the bushing must be correctly aligned and oriented. Mount orientation is critical for noise and vibration performance.
Using the DT-50806 Bushing Remover/Installer (1), Install NEW differential carrier rear busing (2) into the rear suspension cradle.
Differential Carrier Assembly (1) - Install
Differential Carrier Front Bolt (1) - Install [2x]
- Differential Carrier Nut (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- CAUTION:
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .
Differential Carrier Rear Bolt (1) - Install NEW and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Remove the jack from under the differential carrier assembly.
Position the rear wheel drive shaft (1) onto the rear axle shaft.
- NOTE:
The rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainer (1) and washers (2) are serviced as a rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainer kit consisting of 2 bolts and 1 washer.
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
- Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Install 3 NEW wheel drive shaft washers (2).
- Install and tighten the 6 NEW rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainers (1) in a crisscross pattern. Fastener Specifications
Position the rear wheel drive shaft (1) onto the rear axle shaft.
- NOTE:
The rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainer (1) and washers (2) are serviced as a rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainer kit consisting of 2 bolts and 1 washer.
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
- Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Install 3 NEW wheel drive shaft washers (2).
- Install and tighten the 6 NEW rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainers (1) in a crisscross pattern. Fastener Specifications
Apply a thin layer of grease to the transmission output shaft splines (1). Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Loosely install a NEW propeller shaft hub clamp (3) to the propeller shaft joint boot.
- Support and secure the propeller shaft (2) to a suitable hydraulic jack stand.
- Propeller Shaft (2) - Install
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
- Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Propeller Shaft Bearing Support Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- Remove the hydraulic jack stand supporting the propeller shaft.
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
- Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Align the relationship marks (2) made on the propeller shaft and the rear differential flange.
- Rear Propeller Shaft Bolt (1) - Install [3x]
- Rear Propeller Shaft Nut (3) - Loosely install [3x]
- Rear Propeller Shaft Bolt (1) - Tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Ensure that the drive shaft boot is completely seated in the output shaft groove prior to crimping the propeller shaft hub clamp (2).
- Using the DT-35910 Drive Axle Seal Clamp Pliers (1), crimp the propeller shaft hub clamp (2) until the final crimped outer diameter (a) is 39 - 41 mm (1.54 - 1.61 in).
Transmission Mount (2) - Install
- Transmission Mount Bolt (1) - Loosely install [2x]
Transmission Mount Bracket Bolt (1) - Loosely install [4x]
Transmission Mount Bolt (1) - Tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Transmission Mount Bracket Bolt (1) - Tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Floor Panel Number 2 Cross Bar Reinforcement (1) - Install
- Floor Panel Number 2 Cross Bar Reinforcement Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Exhaust Intermediate Underbody Heat Shield (2) - Install
- Exhaust Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [6x] - Fastener Specifications
- NOTE:
With the aid of an assistant, install the exhaust system to the vehicle.
Catalytic Converter Gasket (2) - Install NEW
- Exhaust Muffler (1) - Install
Exhaust Muffler (1) @ Exhaust Rear Muffler Insulator-Right Side (3) - Install
- Exhaust Muffler (1) @ Exhaust Intermediate Pipe Insulator-Right Side (2) - Install
Exhaust Muffler (1) @ Exhaust Rear Muffler Insulator-Left Side (3) - Install
- Exhaust Muffler (1) @ Exhaust Intermediate Pipe Insulator-Left Side (2) - Install
Catalytic Converter Nut (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Floor Panel Reinforcement (1) - Install
- Floor Panel Number 4 Cross Bar Reinforcement Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [6x] - Fastener Specifications
Underbody Rear Air Deflector- Right Side (5) - Install
- Underbody Rear Air Deflector Plastic Nut (3) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
- Underbody Rear Air Deflector Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
- Underbody Rear Air Deflector Nut (4) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- Rear Wheelhouse Liner Screw (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Rear Tire Front Air Deflector- Right Side (1) - Install
- Rear Tire Front Air Deflector Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Underbody Rear Air Deflector- Left Side (5) - Install
- Underbody Rear Air Deflector Plastic Nut (2) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
- Underbody Rear Air Deflector Bolt (3) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
- Underbody Rear Air Deflector Nut (4) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- Rear Wheelhouse Liner Screw (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Rear Tire Front Air Deflector- Left Side (2) - Install
- Rear Tire Front Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- CAUTION:
Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution .
Differential Carrier Drain Plug (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Fill the differential carrier with axle lubricant.
- Check the differential fluid level. It should be even with the bottom of the fill plug hole to no lower than 2 mm (0.08 in) below the opening.
- CAUTION:
Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution .
Differential Carrier Fill Plug (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Remove the drain pan.
- Inspect the exhaust system for leaks.
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .
For proper bolt alignment, loosely install all mount bolts prior to tightening to specifications.