Differential Carrier: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Ford F550 Super Duty and 2006 Ford F450 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply a continuous bead of sealant onto the axle housing mounting flange and around each bolt hole.
- Thread 2 studs into the axle housing. This will eliminate rotation of the carrier assembly after it makes contact with the gasket material.
- Position the carrier into the axle housing, using the 2 studs to align the carrier and housing.
- Install new differential carrier housing bolts.
- Remove the 2 alignment studs only after installing several of the bolts.
- Tighten the bolts in a cross pattern to 203 Nm (150 lb-ft).
- Install the axle shafts. For additional information, refer to WHEEL HUBS AND BEARINGS - FULL FLOATING AXLE - DANA .
- Connect the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT .
- Connect the rear anti-lock brake sensor electrical connector, if equipped.
- Remove the fill plug.
- Fill the axle with lubricant until the lubricant is level with the fill hole.
- Clean and install the fill plug.
- Remove the wheel chocks.
- Release the parking brake.
CAUTION:
The gasket material must cure for one hour before filling the axle with lubricant.
WARNING:
Secure the carrier to the jack to prevent it from falling. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
Make sure the bolt threads are clean.
CAUTION:
A lubricant level close enough to the bottom of the fill hole to be seen or touched is not sufficient. The lubricant must be level with the fill hole.