Installation Procedure
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- Inspect the rear axle cover gasket for nicks, cuts or damage that may cause the gasket to not seal properly. If any of these conditions exist, replace the gasket.
- If the gasket is to be reused, clean the rear axle housing cover gasket a suitable cleaner.
- Clean the rear axle housing cover gasket surface and the rear axle housing gasket surface with a suitable cleaner.
- Install the rear axle housing cover gasket and the rear axle housing cover (2).
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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices. - Install the rear axle housing cover bolts (1).
Tighten
- For the 8.0 inch axle, tighten the rear axle housing cover bolts in a crosswise pattern to 30 N.m (20 lb ft).
- For the 8.6 inch axle, tighten the rear axle housing cover bolts in a crosswise pattern to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Fill the rear axle with axle lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to LUBRICANT LEVEL INSPECTION - REAR DRIVE AXLE .
- Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.