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Note:  Step 8 is for vehicles equipped with the locking differential.

8. Remove the shaft part way then rotate the case until the pinion shaft touches the housing.

Note:  Step 9 is for vehicles equipped with the locking differential.

9. Use a screwdriver, or a similar tool, in order to enter the differential case and rotate the rear axle shaft lock (1) until the lock aligns with the thrust

block opening (2).

10. Push the flange of the axle shaft into the axle housing.

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