Installation Procedure
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- If the differential case has become separated, assemble the differential case by aligning the two arrows inside the differential case.
- Install the ring gear to the differential case.
- Hand tighten the new ring gear bolts.
- Install the NEW ring gear bolts and tighten to 165 N.m (122 lb ft) in a criss cross pattern to draw and seat the ring gear and the on the differential case.
- Install the drive pinion housing assembly. Refer to Drive Pinion Housing and/or Seal Replacement .
- Install the differential assembly. Refer to Differential Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) , Differential Replacement (8.6, 9.5/9.5 LD Inch Axles) .
- Fill the axle with the proper lubricant. Refer to Differential Oil Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle) , Differential Oil Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) , Differential Oil Replacement (9.5LD Inch Axle) .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
The mating surface of the ring gear and the differential case must be clean and free of burrs before installing the ring gear.
NOTE:
Use hand tools ONLY. DO NOT use power tools for the following procedure.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .