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Stub Shaft & Slip Yoke, Carrier & Bearing: Installation

  1. Ensure bearing bore is clean and has no nicks. On Dana 35 axles, place needle bearing on Needle Bearing Installer (T90T-1175-A). On Dana 44 and 50 axles, use Needle Bearing Installer (T83T-1244-A).
  2. On all models, bearing manufacturer's name and part number should face toward tool when installed into carrier bore. Coat lip of seal with multipurpose grease. Drive seal into carrier. Install slip yoke and stub shaft so that groove on shaft is visible inside differential case.
  3. Locate screwdriver into snap ring notch and push snap ring into place. DO NOT  tap on center of snap ring as ring will be damaged. Clean all sealant, oil and dirt from carrier and support arm. Apply continuous bead of RTV sealant 1/4-3/8" wide on carrier. Bead should not pass over or outside holes.
    NOTE: Carrier must be installed on support arm within 5 minutes after applying RTV sealant.
  4. Using jack, install carrier on support arm with guide pins to align carrier. Install and tighten bolts in clockwise pattern to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  table.Install and tighten support arm-to carrier bolts to specification.
  5. Install both spindles. Install left and right axle shaft assemblies. See SPINDLES & AXLE SHAFTS  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Align marks made previously and install drive shaft. Let RTV sealant cure for one hour before filling assembly with hypoid gear lubricant.
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