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NOTE: If a new housing is being installed, tighten
the cap screws to 28 ft-lb.
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Removing/Installing Axle Seal
NOTE: This procedure can be performed on a rear
gear case.
1. Remove the seal using a seal removal tool.
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NOTE: Prior to installing the seal, apply High-Per-
formance #2 Molybdenum Disulphide grease to the
seal outside diameter.
2. Using Gear Case Seal Installer Tool, evenly press the
seal into the cover bore until properly seated.
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3. Repeat steps 1-2 for the opposite side.
INSTALLING DIFFERENTIAL
1. Align the splined input yoke with the front output
splines; then place the differential into position on
the frame and install the cap screws (coated with
blue Loctite #243), washers, and flex-lock nuts.
Tighten to 38 ft-lb. Make sure the rubber boot is
properly seated on the input yoke.
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2. Pour 275 ml (9.3 fl oz) of SAE 80W-90 hypoid gear
lubricant into the differential and install the fill plug.
Tighten to 16 ft-lb.
3. Install the front drive actuator with the three
torx-head cap screws; then connect the wire connec-
tor to the main wiring harness.
CAUTION
Make sure the tool is free of nicks or sharp edges or
damage to the seal may occur.