Rear differential carrier “installation – Spicer Tandem Drive Axles Service Manual D__R440, 460, 480, D_R461, 462, 463, 521, 581, 601, 651, 652, 653 User Manual
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Differential Carrier Assembly
Rear Differential Carrier “Installation”
Before installing carrier assembly, inspect and thoroughly
clean interior of axle housing using an appropriate solvent
and clean rag.
Note:
Note:
Note: Apply silicone rubber gasket compound on axle housing
mating surface as shown in illustration. Completely re-
move all old gasket material prior to applying new mate-
rial. Compound will set in 20 minutes. Install carrier
before compound sets or reapply.
1.
Install differential carrier assembly.
TIP: To assist in installing complete differential carri-
er use two pieces of threaded rod (5/8"- 11 UNS)
threaded into carrier capscrew holes. Rod should be
approximately 6" long. Use these to pilot the carrier
into the housing.
2.
Install carrier to axle housing lock washers, cap-
screws and nuts. Torque to proper specification. See
“Torque Chart” on page 107.
3.
Install axle shafts and axle stud nuts (If used, also in-
stall lock washers and taper dowels).
The differential lock 461/521/581 models use axle shafts
with different spline length (4" or 11"). Axle shafts may also
be location specific with various wheel equipment. Do not
misplace axle shafts from their intended location.
4.
Connect inter-axle driveline, making sure driveline is
in phase. Lubricate U-joints.
5.
Add axle lubricant. Fill to bottom of filler hole. See
“Change Lube” on page 104. Reference Lube Fill Ca-
pacities for correct amount.
6.
Connect air line to differential if working on a differ-
ential lock model axle.
When axle has been disassembled or housing axle shafts or
wheel equipment replaced, check axle assembly Afor proper
differential action before operating vehicle. Wheels must ro-
tate freely and independently.
Road test vehicle to bring axle lubricant up to temperature. Re-
check joints, drain and fill plugs for leakage. Re-tighten as nec-
essary.
IMPORTANT
WARNING
IMPORTANT
1 - Apply silicone gasket in this pattern
2 - Typical stud locations
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