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Assembly Procedure

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    Fig 1: Inspecting Gears For Damage
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  1. Inspect the gears for signs of tooth damage or wear.
  2. Inspect all mating surfaces for burrs or damage:
    • If using the gears again, align to the marks during removal.
    • Ensure the flat, machined side of the driven ring gear is facing the flat, machined side of the front differential assembly. See the illustration insert.
  3. Install the driven ring gear (905) on the front differential assembly (904).
  4. Install the drive ring gear (903) on the front differential carrier assembly (904).
  5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the front differential carrier M10 x 1.0 x 35 mm bolts (906).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 101 N.m (74.5 lb ft).