Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Differential: Assembly

For AWD vehicles, use the special tools to install the new seal.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools (205-153, 307-537)
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If the ring gear was removed, install a new ring gear, tighten in 2 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
Fig 2: Locating Ring Gear
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