Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement

Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Drain the rear axle.





3. Remove the rear axle housing cover bolts (1).
4. Remove the rear axle housing cover (2) from the axle housing.
4.1. Catch the oil in a drain pan.
4.2. Remove any gasket material from the rear axle housing and/or the rear axle housing cover.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the rear axle housing cover (2) and a new gasket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the rear axle housing cover bolts (1).
^ For the 7.6 inch axle, tighten the rear axle housing cover bolts in a crosswise pattern to 30 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
^ For the 8.6 inch axle, tighten the rear housing cover bolts in a crosswise pattern to 39 Nm (29 ft. lbs.).
3. Fill the rear axle. Use the proper fluid.
4. Lower the vehicle.