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12. Lower axle just enough to remove both halfshafts

one at a time. Shift axle assembly in one direc-
tion, compressing one halfshaft while removing
the other (1). Use caution to protect axle seal and
journal.

13. Remove axle assembly from vehicle and transfer

to bench.

14. Using suitable screwdriver, remove axle seals and

discard.

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INSTALLATION

1. Install new axle seal(s) (1) using Tool 9223 (2).

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

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.

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3. Raise rear axle assembly into position. Align pro-

peller 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 N·m (162 ft. lbs.).

5. Install rear axle front mount isolator (1) as shown

and torque bolt/nut to 65 N·m (48 ft. lbs.).

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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 N·m (43 ft. lbs.).

10. Using a 14mm hex, remove rear axle fill plug (1).

Fill axle with 1.4L (1.5 qts.) of Mopar

T

75W-140

Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant. Install fill plug
and torque to 60 N·m (44 ft. lbs.).

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