Spicer Drive Axles Service Manual Single Axles 2-Speed & Double Reduction - Manual (Page 20)

Assemble Wheel Differential
(cent'd)
9. During installation of ring gear,
temporarily use two bolts in mounting
holes to assure bolt hole alignment. Place
ring gear on large support case (see
illustration), then remove the two bolts.
10.
Place support case and ring gear
assembly upright on a bench or the floor.
Carefully lower differential assembly into
case. Engage idler pinions with ring gear
teeth to complete the installation.
NOTE:
During differential installation, be
sure thrust washer stays in its proper
mounting position.
11.
install thrust washer and small support
case over differential assembly.
12.
Carefully install ring gear bolts, making
certain flat on bolt head is seated against
the outside diameter of the large support
case. Install and torque nuts (see chart,
back page).
NOTE: Temporarily install sliding clutch
(or sun gear) and check planetary for free
rotation.
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INSTALLATION / ASSEMBLY
Drive Axle
Overhaul
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