Installation

INSTALLATION





1. Install new axle seal(s) (1) using Installer 9223 (2) if a new seal is required.




NOTE: Use care when installing halfshaft to axle assembly. The halfshaft installation angle should be minimized to avoid damage to seal upon installation.

2. Using new circlip(s), install halfshaft (1) to rear axle assembly. Use care not to damage axle seals (2). Verify proper installation by pulling outward on joint by hand.




3. Raise rear axle assembly into position. Align propeller shaft index marks (3) and start propeller shaft coupler-to-axle bolt/nuts by hand.




4. Install two rear axle-to-crossmember bolts (1) and torque to 220 Nm (162 ft. lbs.).




5. Install rear axle front mount isolator (1) as shown and torque bolt/nut to 65 Nm (48 ft. lbs.).




6. Again verify halfshaft inner joints are fully engaged to axle assembly.
7. Remove transmission jack (1).
8. If used, remove screw-type under-hoist jack stands (2).




9. Torque propeller shaft coupler-to-axle flange bolt/nuts to 58 Nm (43 ft. lbs.).




10. Using a 14mm hex, remove rear axle fill plug (1). Fill axle with 1.4L (1.5 qts.) of Mopar(R) 75W-140 Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant. Install fill plug and torque to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).