Fastener Tightening Specifications

7 1/2 and 7 5/8-INCH RING GEAR
Axle Cover Bolts 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.)
Bearing Cap Bolts 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.)
Filler Plug 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
Ring Gear Bolts 120 Nm (90 ft. lbs.)
Differential Lockscrew 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs.)

8 1/2-INCH RING GEAR
Axle Cover Bolts 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.)
Bearing Cap Bolts 80 Nm (60 ft. lbs.)
Filler Plug 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
Ring Gear Bolts 120 Nm (90 ft. lbs.)
Differential Lockscrew 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs.)

9 1/2-INCH RING GEAR
Adjusting Nut Lock Bolt 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.)
Axle Cover Bolts 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.)
Bearing Cap Bolts 80 Nm (60 ft. lbs.)
Filler Plug 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
Ring Gear Bolts 145 Nm (105 ft. lbs.)
Differential Lockscrew 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.)