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Differential Case Assemble

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    Fig 1: Pinion Gear Collar
    GM2265978Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the front differential pinion and side gear thrust washer. It must be possible to insert the collar (1) of the thrust washer into the guide for the pinion gears in the housing.
  2. Fig 2: Pinion Gear Components
    GM2265981Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Lubricate rotating parts on their bearing, running, seating, and pressure surfaces using transmission fluid.

  3. Install the front differential pinion gears (3) and side gears (4).
  4. Install the front differential pinion gear shaft (2) and the pinion gear shaft retaining washers (1).
  5. Fig 3: Differential Ring Gear, Bolts & Assembly Marks
    GM2265951Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. If both components are reused align the assembly marks (3).
  7. Install the front differential ring gear (2).
  8. WARNING:

    Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .

  9. Install the front differential ring gear bolts (1). Tighten to 90 N•m (66.4 lb ft).
  10. Fig 4: Ring Front Wheel Speed Sensor Reluctor Wheel
    GM2265983Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Install the ring front wheel speed sensor reluctor wheel (1) using the S-9407194  installer and a hydraulic press.
  12. Fig 5: Front Differential Bearing Assemblies
    GM2265986Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Install the front differential bearing assemblies (1) using the S-9407195  installer and a hydraulic press.
  14. Fig 6: Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal & Installation Components
    GM2265988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  15. Install the front wheel drive shaft oil seal (3) using the R-0007761  handle (1), S-9707500  seal installer (2), and the J-810721  support base (4).
  16. Fig 7: Front Differential Bearing Race, Handle & Driver
    GM2265989Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Install the front differential bearing race (3) using the R-0007761  handle (1) and the R-0407012  driver (2).