Side Retainer

NOTE: After adjusting the backlash and tooth contact, replace the oil seal and O-ring of side retainer with new parts.

Press-fit the bearing outer race to side retainer.
Using the ST, install the oil seal.
NOTE:
- Use a new oil seal.
- Apply differential oil to the oil seal lip.
- Oil seal has an identification mark (R, L). When installing oil seals, do not confuse the left and right.
ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER

Fig 1: Installing Oil Seal
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Install the O-rings.

NOTE:

Use new O-rings.
Apply gear oil to O-ring.

Fig 2: Identifying Front Differential Assembly O-Rings

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