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Rear Axle Shaft, Bearing, Seals & Retainer: Installation

  1. Grease bearing and install in axle tube. Apply wheel bearing grease to axle shaft seal. Install seal in axle tube. Install axle shaft.
  2. Install axle "C" clip. Pull axle out to seat "C" clip. Install pinion shaft. Install lock bolt, and tighten to specification. Apply RTV to axle housing cover. Tighten cover bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  . Fill with gear oil.
NOTE: On vehicles with Trac-Lok (limited slip) differentials, slowly drive vehicle in 10-12 "figure 8" patterns to distribute lubricant to clutch and bearing assembly.
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