4 installing the air locker, Reinstalling the differential and axles – ARB RD137 User Manual

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4 Installing the Air Locker

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c Check that leaky fittings have been adequately tightened.

NOTE : Do not overtighten fittings.

c Disassemble, clean threads, and reapply thread sealant if leaking

persists.

c If a leak is found at the seal housing, carefully remove the seal

housing assembly and examine the O-rings. Be very careful with
the O-rings and check for defects, damage, wear, or presence of
foreign material in the O-ring grooves. Replace if necessary.

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Reinstalling the Differential and Axles

c Insert both axles fully into the housing, engaging the splines, and

then gently tap them inwards.

NOTE : Be careful not to damage the axle shaft oil seals when

installing the axles. Support the axle’s entire weight
where possible.

c Using an appropriate sealant or gasket, reinstall the cover plate.
c Reinstall the differential housing to the vehicle according to your

vehicle service manual.

c Reinstall the drive shaft.
c Reinstall the CV joints to the axles.

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