Installation (Astro, Safari, & "S" & "T" Series)
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- Lubricate bearing with gear lubricant. Using Handle (J-8092) and Bearing Installer (J-23765), install bearing in axle housing until bearing installer bottoms against shoulder of axle housing.
- Using Seal Installer (J-23771), install seal until even with surface of axle housing. Lubricate seal lips with gear lubricant. Install axle shaft and "C" lock. See Figure and Fig 1 . Pull axle shaft outward to ensure "C" lock seats in side gear.
- Install pinion shaft. Install NEW pinion shaft lock bolt. Tighten lock bolt to 25 ft. lbs. (34 N.m). Install differential cover and new gasket. Fill drive axle with gear lubricant.