Front Axle - C200F: Differential: Installation

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Fig 1: Spreader Adapters

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Bolt spreader Adapters 9226 (1) to differential housing (2).

Fig 2: Spreader
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Install Spreader W-129-B (1) on adapters (2).

Fig 3: Differential Case
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Tilt differential case (1) into the housing (2).
Install bearing cups into their original housing bores.

Fig 4: Select Snap-Rings
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Install one differential select snap-ring (1) into it's original housing bore (2).
Spread the housing and install the other differential select snap-ring.
Loosen the spreader.

Fig 5: Axle Tube
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Lube new o-ring and install on axle tube (1).
Align axle tube (1) with differential housing flange (3) and push tube into place.
CAUTION: The tube must be perfectly aligned to the housing to prevent damage to the o-ring. Failure to follow these instructions will result in a leak.

Fig 6: Axle Tube Bolts
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Install axle tube (1) bolts (2) and tighten to 56 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
Install half shaft seal with Installer 9504 and Handle C-4171.
Apply a 6.35 mm (1/4 in.) bead of Mopar® Gear Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive MS-GF44D or equivalent to the differential case.
CAUTION: If housing cover is not installed within 3 to 5 minutes, the differential case must be cleaned and new RTV applied. Failure to follow these instructions will result in a leak.
Install cover and tighten cover bolts in a crisscross pattern to 56 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).