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

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

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




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





Note: 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).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the mounting bolts (1) and tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).




4. Install the drain plug and tighten to 33 Nm (24 in. lbs.).
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 (Maintenance).
7. Lower the vehicle.