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Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints

Torque Specifications Differential Bearing Cap Bolt 80-95 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt 15-30 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Ring Gear Attaching Bolts 100-120 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Rear Cover Screw 25-35 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Oil Filler Plug 15-30 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Axle Vent 15 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Brake Backing Plate Nuts 50-70 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Driveshaft to Axle Companion Flange 8-15 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
RABS Sensor Hold Down 26-30 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Axle Shaft Bolts
on Full Floating Axle
60-80 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Hub Nut
on Full Floating Axle
55-65 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Before ratcheting back 5 notches