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Axle Shafts & Bearings: Installation

  1. Lubricate bearing with rear axle lubricant. Install wheel bearing and seal into axle housing using proper sized driver. Ensure seal is not damaged during installation. If seal becomes cocked during installation, install NEW seal. Lubricate seal lips with multipurpose lubricant.
  2. Install "O" ring onto splined end of axle shaft. Install axle shaft into axle housing, using care not to damage oil seal. Install "C" locks onto axle shafts. Pull axle shafts outward to seat locks into counterbore of differential side gears.
    3. NOTE: Housing cover assembly must be installed within 15 minutes of application of silicone sealant.
  3. Apply thread sealant onto pinion shaft lock bolt. Install pinion shaft and lock bolt, and tighten to proper specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  . Ensure housing cover sealing surfaces are clean and free of burrs. Apply 1/8-3/16" bead of silicone sealant on housing cover.
  4. Install housing cover, identification tag and retaining bolts. Using crisscross pattern, tighten retaining bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
    5. CAUTION: If axle with Traction-Lok differential was drained, add 2 ounces (.06L) of Friction Modifier (F3TZ-19B546-MA) to fluid level.
  5. Install ABS wheel speed sensor (if equipped). Refill axle with gear lubricant. See LUBRICATION  .
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