Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (9.5 Inch Axle)

Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (9.5 Inch Axle)

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .




2. Remove the drain plug.




3. Remove the rear axle cover bolts (1).
4. Remove the axle housing cover (2).
5. Remove the gasket (3).



Installation Procedure






Important: The axle housing gasket is reusable. Replace only if damaged.


1. Install the axle housing cover gasket (3).
2. Install the axle housing cover (2).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

3. Install the mounting bolts (1).

Tighten the bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).





4. Install the drain plug.

Tighten the drain plug to 33 N.m (24 lb in).

5. Fill the rear axle with fluid.

The lubricant level should be between 0-13 mm (0-0.5 inch) below the fill plug opening.

6. If the level is low, add lubricant until the level is even with the bottom of the fill plug opening. Use the proper fluid, refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .
7. Lower the vehicle.