Installation Procedure
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- If the gasket is to be re-used, clean the sealing surfaces of the rear axle housing and the rear axle cover with a suitable cleaner.
- Install the rear axle housing cover gasket (3) and the cover (2) to the rear axle housing.
- Install the rear axle housing cover bolts (1) and tighten to 30 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Install the drain plug for the 9.5 inch axle. Refer to Differential Oil Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) or Differential Oil Replacement (11.5 Inch Axle) or Differential Oil Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle) or Differential Oil Replacement (9.5LD Inch Axle) .
- Fill the rear axle with the proper axle lubricant. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (8.6, 9.5 LD Axle) or Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (10.5 Inch Axle) or Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (11.5 Inch Axle) .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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