FAQ for Differential Repair
Q: What kind of special tools will be used when removing the Front Differential Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke, Seal, and Dust Deflector?
A:
J46262 Pinion Sealer, J 45012 Holding Fixture, J 45019 Flange, and Pinion Cage Remover.
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01/11/2022 Q: How do you install the Differential Housing Support Bushing (Steel Cage Bushing)?
A:
You need to install the housing support bushing, and the differential assembly.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the proper level for the gear lubricant level?
A:
It is even with the bottom of the fill plug hole to no lower than 6 mm (0.25 in) below the opening.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the differential fill plug?
A:
The recommended torque is 39 N.m (29 lb-ft).
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the Differential Housing Support Bushing (Steel Cage Bushing)?
A:
Remove the differential assembly and the housing support bushing.
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01/11/2022 Q: What can you remove to access the Differential Oil Cooler Inlet Hose, Cooler Outlet Hose, and Pump Inlet Hose?
A:
You need to remove the differential cooler assembly.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should you know about the gear lubricant level?
A:
You need to ensure it is even with the bottom of the fill plug hole to no lower than 6 mm (0.25 in) below the opening.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the fill plug?
A:
The recommended torque is 39 N.m (29 lb-ft).
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01/11/2022 Q: What should the differential fluid level be?
A:
It should be even with the bottom of the fill plug hole to no lower than 6 mm (0.25 in) below the opening.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the pinion flange nut?
A:
The recommended torque is 241 N.m (178 lb-ft).
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