Installation Procedure
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- Install the drive pinion. Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) , or Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement (9.5 Inch Axle)
- Install the differential case. Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) , or Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement (9.5 Inch Axle)
- Adjust the side bearing preload. Differential Carrier Bearing Preload Adjustment (9.5 Inch Axle) , or Differential Carrier Bearing Preload Adjustment (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Adjust the backlash. Backlash Adjustment (9.5 Inch Axle) , or Backlash Adjustment (10.5 Inch Axle) .
- Perform a gear tooth contact pattern check. Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Inspection
- Install the rear parking brake anchor backing plate. Rear Parking Brake Anchor Backing Plate Replacement (JH9) , or Rear Parking Brake Anchor Backing Plate Replacement (JH6)
- Install the rear axle. Rear Axle Replacement (9.5 Inch Axle) , or Rear Axle Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Fill the axle with lubricant. Differential Oil Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) , or Differential Oil Replacement (9.5 Inch Axle)
- Lower the vehicle.