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Axle Shaft, Bearing & Oil Seal: Installation

  1. Ensure bearing bore is clean and undamaged. Place NEW caged needle bearing on Needle Bearing Installer (T83T-1244-A). Ensure bearing manufacturer's name and part number are facing toward tool when installed in housing bore.
  2. Drive needle bearing in until bearing is fully seated in housing bore. Coat lip of seal with multipurpose grease. Drive seal into carrier using Seal Installer (T90T-3110-A). Install axle shaft so groove on shaft is visible inside differential case.
  3. Install "C" clip into groove on axle shaft. DO NOT tap on center of "C" clip, as clip will be damaged. Clean all sealant, oil and dirt from housing-to-cover mating surfaces. Apply continuous bead of RTV sealant, 1/4 - 3/8" wide, on housing.
    NOTE: Install housing cover within 5 minutes after applying RTV sealant.
  4. Sealant bead should not pass over or outside holes. Install housing cover. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Wait one hour before filling differential.
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