Installation

INSTALLATION





NOTE: If differential bearings or differential case are replaced, Refer to adjustments for Differential Bearing Preload and Gear Backlash procedures.

1. Position Spreader W-129-B with Adapters 6987B on differential location holes and install safety hold-down clamps. Tighten spreader turnbuckle finger-tight.
2. Install Pilot Stud C-3288-B to the left side of the differential housing. Attach Dial Indicator C-3339A to pilot stud. Load indicator plunger against the opposite side of the housing and zero the indicator.
3. Spread housing while measuring the distance with the dial indicator.

CAUTION: Never spread the differential housing over 0.34 mm (0.013 in). Failure to follow these instructions will damage the housing.

4. Remove dial indicator.
5. Install differential case in the housing. Tap differential case to seat bearings cups and preload shims in housing.
6. Install bearing caps and loosely install bolts.
7. Loosen turnbuckle (4) remove safety clamp (2) and remove spreader (3).
8. Tighten bearing cap bolts in a criss-cross pattern to 54-68 Nm (39-50 ft. lbs.).
9. Install right axle shaft.
10. Install differential housing cover.