Fig. 50: Identifying Toe & Flank Contact
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5. If heel and face contact appears as indicated in the figure, replace the spacer with a thicker one and
move the drive the pinion inward.
Fig. 51: Identifying Heel & Face Contact
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REAR COVER ASSEMBLY NOTE
1. Clean the alignment surface of the carrier and rear cover, and apply a thin coat of sealant.
2. Install the rear cover.
Tightening torque 15.7-22.6 N.m {1.6-2.3 kgf.m, 11.6-16.6 ft.lbf}
OIL SEAL ASSEMBLY NOTE
1. Apply differential oil to the new oil seal lip.
2. Assemble the oil seal using the
SSTs.
Substitution SST
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49 G030 796
Outer diameter: 56-60 mm {2.21-2.36 in}
Inner diameter: 49.8 mm {1.96 in} or more
Inner depth: 8.7 mm {0.34 in} or more
CAUTION:
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Clean away the old sealant before applying the new sealant.
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Install the rear differential within 10 minutes after applying sealant.
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Allow the sealant to set at least 30 minutes after installation before
filling the differential with the specified oil.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Differential - Mazda CX-9
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