Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear differential assembly. Refer toDifferential Replacement. | |
1 | Differential Side Cover Bolt (Qty:-8) Caution:Refer toFastener Caution. Tip: Finger tighten the bolts before torquing tospecification.Tighten the bolts in a criss cross pattern.Tighten29-Y(21-lb-ft). |
2 | Differential Side Cover Tip:Inspect the differential side cover for any damage. If theside cover is damaged, replace the differential assembly. The sidecover is not serviced separately. |
3 | Differential Side Cover Seal Tip: Before installing the side cover seal, ensure that the groovefor the side cover seal is free of dirt and debris. This willensure that the seal seat properly in the differentialhousing.Apply a small amount of clean oil to the side coverseal. |
Valve Lifter Removal - Right Side
Important:Do not stroke/cycle the stationary hydraulic lash adjusterplunger without oil in the lower pressure chamber.Do not allow the stationary hydraulic lash adjuster to tipover, plunger down, after the oil fill.Remove the valve lifters (SHLAs) from the cylinder head. Ifthe lifters are to be reus ...