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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Wheel Differential Assembly
Wheel Differential
Assembl
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8.
Place thrust washer in support case.
9.
During installation of ring gear, temporarily use two
bolts in mounting holes to assure bolt hole align-
ment. Place ring gear on support case, then remove
two bolts.
10. To install differential assembly, place support case
and ring gear assembly on bench or the floor. Posi-
tion case on its side. Carefully lift and slide 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 dif-
ferential assembly.
12. Carefully install ring gear bolts, making certain flat on
bolt head is seated against the outside diameter of the
support case. Install nuts and torque to 110-130 lbs.
ft. (149-176 N•m).
Note: Temporarily install sliding clutch (or sun gear) and
check planetary for free rotation.