Front Differential Dismounting and Remounting: Remounting
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
For remounting, reverse dismounting procedure and use the following tightening torque.
Tightening torque
Front drive shaft flange bolt (a): 50 N.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)
Propeller shaft flange bolt (b): 50 N.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)
Differential mounting bracket bolt (c): 50 N.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)
Rear mounting bracket bolt (d): 60 N.m (6.0 kg-m, 43.5 lb-ft)
Rear mounting bolt (e): 85 N.m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
Rear mounting bracket No. 2 bolt (f): 85 N.m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
After tightening all fasteners properly, fill hypoid gear oil as specified and check tightening of plugs with specification.