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Tools Required

    • J 45225 Axle Seal Installer
    • J 8092 Universal Driver Handle - ¾ in - 10
  1. Inspect the alignment mark between the differential bearing adjuster and the differential carrier assembly case. If the line between the differential bearing adjuster and the differential carrier assembly case is not aligned, re-align the 2 components as necessary.

  2. Object Number: 782727  Size: SH
  3. Install the left side inner shaft seal using the J 45225  (2) and the J 8092  (1).

  4. Object Number: 782610  Size: SH
  5. Install the right side inner shaft seal using the J 45225  (2) and the J 8092  (1).
  6. Notice: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Notice in the Preface section.

  7. Install the drain plug.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the drain plug to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).

  9. Install the fill plug.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the fill plug to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).