C 1500 Truck 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W (1996)
9.
Align ring gear with bolt holes in case and press on adapter plug J-8107-04 or equivalent,
Fig. 2, to start gear on case pilot.
10.
Install new ring gear bolts and tighten bolts alternately and evenly to draw gear onto case.
New ring gear bolts must be used during assembly.
Do not reuse ring gear bolts.
11.
Ensure that ring gear is fully seated, then torque retaining bolts to 105 ft. lbs.
12.
Position side bearings on case and seat bearings using suitable driver. When installing second bearing, support case with suitable pilot to prevent
damaging cage of bearing already installed.
Case Disassembly
Fig. 3 Governor & latching bracket installation. Eaton locking differential
Fig. 4 Governor & latching bracket bushing removal. Eaton locking differential
