Differential Cover: Service and Repair

COVER DIFFERENTIAL

REMOVAL
1. With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
2. Remove drain plug.
3. Remove cover bolts.
4. Remove cover and drain lubricant.

INSTALLATION





1. Apply a bead of orange Mopar Axle RTV sealant (1) or equivalent to the housing cover (2) (Fig. 25).

CAUTION: If cover is not installed within 3 to 5 minutes, the cover must be cleaned and new RTV applied. Failure to follow these instructions will cause a leak.

CAUTION: If housing cover is not installed within 3 to 5 minutes, the cover must be cleaned and new RTV applied. Failure to heed caution may result in damage.

2. Install cover and identification tag. Tighten cover bolts in a criss-cross pattern to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
3. Fill differential to specifications.
4. Install fill plug.