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Differential Cover: Service and Repair



Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Drain the rear axle. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle) Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (9.5 LD Axle) Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (9.5 Inch HD and 10.5 Inch Axles).
3. Remove the rear axle housing cover bolts (1).
Discard the rear axle housing cover bolts.
4. Remove the rear axle housing cover (2) from the axle housing.

1. Catch the oil in a drain pan.
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.

Important: Do not reuse the rear axle housing cover bolts.

2. Install the new rear axle housing cover bolts (1).

Tighten the rear axle housing cover bolts in a crosswise pattern to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

3. Fill the rear axle. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities and Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations.
4. Lower the vehicle.

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