Ring Gear and Differential Housing Assemble

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Fig 1: View of Ring Gear, Bolts and Differential Carrier

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the ring gear (2) onto the differential carrier (3).
Install the 10 NEW ring gear bolts (1) in order to align the gear to the hub.
Tighten: Tighten the 10 ring gear bolts slowly in a criss-cross pattern to 190 N.m (140 lb ft).