Stratus Sedan V6-2.7L VIN R (2002)
ASSEMBLY
NOTE: The differential is serviced as an assembly. The only parts that are serviceable within the differential are the differential bearing cups and
cones. If any other part fails within the differential, you must replace the differential assembly along with the transfer shaft.
NOTE: Use leopard ATF RTV (MS-GF41), or equivalent, on retainer and extension housing/adapter plate to seal to case.
1. Using Miller Special Tool L-4410, and C-4171, install differential bearing to differential (extension housing side) (Fig. 174).
2. Using Miller Special Tool 5052 and C-4171, install differential bearing to differential (bearing retainer side).
3. Using Miller Special Tool 6061 and C-4171, install differential bearing race to bearing retainer (Fig. 175).
4. Using Miller Special Tool L-4520 and C-4171, install differential bearing cup to extension housing.
5. Measure and adjust differential bearing preload.
6. Install differential assembly to case. Install extension housing/adapter plate and bearing retainer.
