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Differential Axle Housing: Service and Repair

Differential Housing Cleaning and Inspection

Differential Housing

Caution:  Refer to Safety Glasses Caution  (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Safety Glasses Warning) .

1. Clean the differential housing in solvent.
2. Clean and inspect the differential housing for the following:

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The mounting bolt threads (3)

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The case cover bolt hole threads (4)

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The O-ring sealing surface for nicks or burrs (5)

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The drain plug hole threads (6)

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The axle seal area (2)

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The pinion bolt hole threads (7)

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The bushing bore (1)

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Cracks in the housing, if removed

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