Spicer Tandem Drive Axle Dual Range & Double Planetary 34,000-45,000 lbs - Manual (Page 29)

Rear Axle Differential Carrier Replacement
Remove Differential Carrier Assembly from Axle Housing
Install Differential Carrier Assembly
IMPORTANT:
Before installing
carrier assembly, inspect and
thoroughly clean interior of
axle housing.
NOTE:
Use silicone rubber
gasket compound on axle hous-
ing mating surface as shown
in the illustration. Compound
will set in 20 minutes. Install
carrier before compound sets
or reapply.
1.
Install differential carrier
assembly in axle housing. Install
stud nuts and lockwashers. Tighten
to correct torque
(see chart pg. 76).
2.
Install axle shafts and stud nuts.
(If used, also install lockwashers
and taper dowels.)
3.
Connect inter-axle driveline.
4.
Fill axle with correct lube (see
Lubrication Section).
5. Dual Range Axle Only.
Install
shift unit, nuts and lockwashers.
Torque nuts to 55-61 ft.-lbs. (74-82
N•m). Connect air line. Axle Housing Silicone Gasket
Compound Pattern.
IMPORTANT:
When axle has been disassembled or housing, gears,
axle shafts or wheel equipment replaced, check axle assembly for
proper differential action before operating vehicle. Wheels must rotate
freely and independently.
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