Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Locating Components On Side Cover

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Remove the side cover gaskets (5 and 6) and the thrust washer (7) from the side cover (1).

Fig 2: View Of Side Cover Axle Seal

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NOTE: Do not damage the case bore when removing the axle seal.

Fig 3: Locating Components On Side Cover

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Inspect the side cover for cracks or damage to the seal grooves and mounting bosses.
Inspect the side cover seals for damage. The side cover seals are reusable if not damaged.
Thoroughly clean the side cover and the side cover seals.
Clean and dry the seal grooves and the axle seal bore.
Install the side cover gaskets (5 and 6) into the grooves on the side cover (1).
Retain the seals with J 36850 or equivalent. See Special Tools .
Install the side cover to drive sprocket thrust washer (7) onto the side cover.
Retain the thrust washer with J 36850 or equivalent. See Special Tools .

Fig 4: Installing Side Cover Assembly

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Fig 5: Illustrating Installation Points Of Side Cover Bolts And Stud

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Refer to the graphic in order to find the correct installation points of the bolts and the stud.

Fig 6: Identifying Side Cover Bolts And Stud

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Hand start the bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the side cover bolts and stud to 28 N.m (22 lb ft).