Installation Procedure
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- Install the rear wheel speed sensor/reluctor ring, using J-45860 ring installer (1) and the J-8092 driver (2).
- Using the J-23690 installer (1) and the J-8092 driver (2), install the axle shaft bearing.
- Using the J-21128 installer, 8.6 and 9.5/9.76 inch axle, or the J-29173 installer, 9.5 inch axle, install the axle shaft seal.
- Drive the tool into the bore until the axle shaft seal bottoms flush with the tube.
- Install the rear axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement .
- Install the rear axle housing cover. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover Replacement (8.6/9.5/9.7 Inch Axle)Rear Axle Housing Cover Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (6-Lug Wheel)Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (8-Lug Wheel) .
- Fill the rear axle. Refer to Differential Oil Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)Differential Oil Replacement (9.5/9.76 Inch Axle)Differential Oil Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Ensure that the axle shaft bearing is fully seated in the rear axle shaft housing.