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2. Using a suitable seal driver, install a new oil seal into
the front of the input housing until the seal is flush
with the housing.
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3. Apply grease to the lips of the oil seal; then install
the input shaft into the input bearing and housing.
Install the snap ring.
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4. Using a new gasket and with the dowel pin set in
place, install the assembled rear drive input shaft/
housing onto the rear drive gear case and secure with
the three cap screws. Tighten to 23 ft-lb..
INSTALLING
1. Slide the gear case into position down through the
upper-right side of the frame; then align the driveline
splines to the gear case input coupler and engage the
driveshaft and gear case.
2. Lubricate the splines of the driveshaft with the
appropriate grease; then align and engage the drive-
line flange to the engine flange. Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
3. Secure the gear case to the frame/frame bracket with
two through-bolts and secure with lock nuts and flat
washers. Tighten to 42 ft-lb.
4. Install the rear drive axles; then install the brake cali-
pers and tighten the new “patch-lock” cap screws to
20 ft-lb.
5. Fill the gear case with the appropriate lubricant; then
install the left side storage box.
Hub
REMOVING
1. Secure the vehicle on a support stand to elevate the
wheel; then remove the wheel(s).
NOTE: The jack stands should be placed under the
main frame to avoid contact with front suspension
components.
NOTE: Removing or tightening of the hub nuts
requires the axles be locked. To lock the rear axle,
place the transmission in park. To lock the front axle,
turn the ignition switch to ON and select LOCK on
the drive select switch; then place the transmission in
park and turn the ignition switch to OFF.
2. Remove the hub retaining plate.
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3. Remove the hub nut securing the hub.
4. Remove the brake caliper(s).
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the brake hoses
from the calipers for this procedure.
AT THIS POINT
For servicing the input shaft, pinion gear, needle bear-
ing, and axle seal, see Front Differential in this section.
! WARNING
Make sure the vehicle is solidly supported on the sup-
port stand to avoid injury.
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