Differential Carrier: Installation
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- Install the outboard spacer in its original location.
- Assemble the differential bearing cups to the differential bearings.
- Using the special tools, spread the differential housing to the specification.
- Use a rawhide hammer to seat the differential into the differential housing pocket.
- Remove the special tools.
- Use a rawhide hammer to seat the differential into the differential housing pocket.
- Install the 2 bearing caps and 4 bolts, aligning the letters with those on the differential housing.
- Tighten to 108 Nm (80 lb-ft).
- Using the special tools, measure the differential ring gear and pinion backlash at 3 equally spaced points.
- Install the axle shafts. For additional information, refer to WHEEL HUBS AND BEARINGS - FULL FLOATING AXLE - DANA article.
- Apply a continuous bead of sealant of the specified thickness to the differential housing cover.
- Place 2 bolts into the differential housing cover at the 8 o'clock and 2 o'clock positions. Install the differential housing cover on the differential housing.
- Install the 8 remaining bolts. Tighten the bolts alternately and evenly.
- Tighten to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
- If possible, allow an hour cure time before filling the axle with the correct amount of specified lubricant.
- Fill the axle to specification.
CAUTION:
Do not spread the differential housing more than specified or damage to the housing may occur.
CAUTION:
Avoid nicking the ring gear teeth and the anti-lock speed sensor ring during assembly or damage to the component may occur.
NOTE:
Match the mating letters as noted during disassembly.
NOTE:
Install the differential cover within 15 minutes of applying the silicone or it will be necessary to remove and reapply new sealant.