Installation Procedure
- Install the outer pinion bearing cup using the J 7817 (7.6 inch axle) or the J 8611-01 (8.6 inch axle) (2) and the J 8092 (1).
- Install the inner pinion bearing cup using the J 29609 (7.6 inch axle) or the J 8608 (8.6 inch axle) (2), and the J 8092 (1).
- Determine the selective shim thickness for the pinion, Refer to Pinion Depth Adjustment .
- Install the selective shim between the inner pinion bearing and the shoulder on the gear.
- Install the inner pinion bearing using the J 5590
(7.6 inch axle) or the J 24433
(8.6 inch axle).
Press the bearing on until the cone seats on the pinion shim.
- Install a new collapsible spacer.
- Lubricate the pinion bearing with axle lubricant. Use the proper fluid.
- Install the pinion into the axle housing.
- Install the outer pinion bearing onto the pinion.
- Install a new pinion oil seal and the pinion yoke. Refer to Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement .
- Install the differential. Refer to Differential Replacement .
- Install the brake drums (if equipped).
- Install the brake rotors (if equipped). Refer to BRAKE ROTOR -- REAR in Disc Brakes.
- Install the brake calipers (if equipped). Refer to BRAKE CALIPER -- REAR in Disc Brakes.
- Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
- Fill the axle with lubricant. Use the proper fluid.
- Lower the vehicle.