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Center Case Replacement

Center Case Replacement
1. Remove the rear differential.
2. Remove the rear differential right side case (A), the rear differential left side case (B), the six 8 x 14 mm dowel pins (C), and the O-rings (D) from the rear differential center case (E).





3. Replace the new rear differential center case.
4. Remove the dirt and oil from the sealing surfaces. Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08718-0001) to the sealing surface. Make sure you seal the entire circumference of the bolt holes to prevent oil leakage.

NOTE:
- You must assemble the housings with you do in 5 minutes after applying the liquid gasket. If not, the sealing surface must be cleaned, and the liquid gasket reapplied.
- Allow it to cure at least 30 minutes after assembly before filling the differential with fluid.





5. Install the six 8 x 14 mm dowel pins (A), the new O-rings (B), the rear differential left side case (C), and the rear differential right side case (D) on the rear differential center case (E).





6. Install the rear differential.
7. Test-drive the vehicle.
8. Check the differential fluid.