Assembly Procedure

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Fig 1: Differential Left Side Bearing

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Insert the differential left side bearing (2).

IMPORTANT: Coat the inner parts of the bearing, washer, shim, etc. with gear fluid.

Install the differential left side bearing using the bushing, DT 46612 , and a hammer. See Special Tools .

Fig 2: Differential Right Side Bearing, Speedometer Drive Gear & DT 46612

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Insert the speedometer drive gear (3).
Insert the differential right side bearing (2).
Install the right side bearing using the DT 46612 (1), and a hammer. See Special Tools .

Fig 3: Side Gears, Pinion Gears & Washers

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Insert the trust adjusting shims to the side gears.
Install the side gears (1).
Install the pinion gears and washers (2) simultaneously.

Fig 4: Inserting Pinion Gear Shaft Into Gear Pin Hole

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Insert the pinion gear shaft into the gear pin hole by rotating (2).

IMPORTANT: Use only new pin.

Press the pinion gear pin using a pin punch and a hammer (1).

Fig 5: Differential Ring Gear & Bolts

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Fix the differential assembly to a vise.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the differential ring gear (1) with the bolts (2).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 80-100 N.m (59-74 lb ft).
Install the differential assembly. Refer to Transmission Assemble .