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NOTE: Make sure to properly align the differential
lock actuator lever with the hole in the differential
lock plunger.
GC002A
3. While holding the actuator firmly forward, tighten
the front cap screw to hold the actuator in place; then
install but do not tighten the two remaining cap
screws.
GC001
4. Loosen the front cap screw; then tighten the cap
screw on the driveshaft side.
AG926
NOTE: It is important to tighten this cap screw while
the others are loose to ensure proper seating of the
actuator.
5. Tighten the remaining cap screws; then connect the
electrical plug to the main harness.
6. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and
check the operation by shifting the drive select
switch several times.
7. Secure the wiring harness to the frame with a nylon
cable tie; then install the inner fender panel.
Front Differential
REMOVING
1. Remove the belly panel; then place the vehicle on
jack stands adjusted high enough to allow working
from the underside of the vehicle.
NOTE: The jack stands should be placed under the
main frame to avoid contact with front suspension
components.
2. Remove the drain plug and drain the gear lubricant
into a drain pan; then install the plug and tighten to
45 in.-lb.
PR022A
3. Remove the front wheels.
4. Set the parking brake; then turn the ignition switch to
the ON position and select LOCK on the drive select
switch.
5. Remove the cotter pin securing the axle nut; then
remove the nut.
6. Release the parking brake.
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the brake
hoses from the calipers for this procedure.
7. Remove the two brake calipers. Account for the four
cap screws; then remove the hubs.
! WARNING
Make sure the vehicle is solidly supported on the jack
stands to avoid injury.