Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Rear Differential Clutch Housing Drain Plug And Seal

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CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the drain plug (1) and seal (2), then tighten to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 2: Rear Differential Clutch Housing Fill Plug And Seal

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Remove the fill plug (1) and seal (2) from the rear differential clutch housing.
Fill the rear differential clutch with the proper synthetic gear lubricant. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers , Approximate Fluid Capacities
Inspect the oil level to ensure it is even with the bottom of the fill plug hole.

Fig 3: Rear Differential Clutch Housing Fill Plug And Seal

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Install the fill plug (1) and seal (2) in the rear differential clutch housing and tighten to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
Perform the Rear Differential Hydraulic System Service Fill/Bleed. Refer to Rear Differential Hydraulic System Service Fill/Bleed
Remove the support and lower the vehicle.