Rear Axle - Assemble

1. Inspect all components for excessive wear and replace as necessary.
2. Perform pinion depth measurement and adjustment. Pinion Depth - Adjustment
3. Install the differential drive pinion gear, bearing races, and new pinion seal from housing.
4. Install the differential case to housing.
5. Perform side bearing preload adjustment and measurement. Differential Side Bearing Preload Adjustment
6. Perform a backlash adjustment and measurement. Backlash Adjustment
7. Install the axle shafts.
8. Perform Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Check. Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Check
9. Install the rear axle cover and gasket to the housing.
10. If the rear axle housing was replaced, install the rear axle assembly into the vehicle.
11. Install the propeller shaft to the vehicle.
12. Install rear torque arm.
13. Remove stand and/or hydraulic jack from rear axle.
14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Road test the vehicle and inspect for leaks.