Tools Required

DT-47687  Rotational Torque Adapter. See Special Tools .

Fig 1: View Of Front Differential Assembly
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1. Rotate the transmission assembly so that the torque converter housing side is facing up.
2. Install the front differential assembly (13) into the empty transmission case.
Fig 2: Installing Torque Converter Housing Assembly & Bolts
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3. Install the torque converter housing assembly (10) to the transmission case assembly.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
4. Install the following fasteners and hand tighten.

   Tighten: 

   • 2 - torque converter housing studs (3) - M8 x 1.25 x 30
   • 1 - torque converter housing bolt Torx (8) - M8 x 1.25 x 30
   • 9 - torque converter housing bolt (4) - M8 x 1.25 x 30

Fig 3: Installing Torque Converter Housing Bolts
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5. Tighten the torque converter housing bolts in sequence.

   Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 29 N.m (21 lb ft).

Fig 4: Measuring The Rotational Torque Required To Slowly Rotate The Front Differential Assembly Using J 46318
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6. Insert DT-47687  (1) into the axle shaft opening of the differential and rotate DT-47687  (1) until it engages with the differential pinion shaft (645). See Special Tools .
7. Using a torque wrench, measure the rotational torque required to slowly rotate the front differential assembly and note the readings.

   Rotational Torque Specification:  Specification should be within 0.70-1.20 N.m (6-11 lb in).

8. If the obtained measurement is within specifications, the differential shim replacement is not necessary.

   If obtained measurement is not within the listed specifications, the front differential bearing race shim must be replaced.

9. Remove DT-47687  (1) from the front differential assembly. See Special Tools .
10. Remove the torque converter housing assembly and the front differential assembly from the transmission case.