Repair Procedure

How to use this service information .

NOTICE: 

When working with a vehicle equipped with the electronic air suspension, be sure to set it to the leveling off mode to prevent unexpected operation. Refer to the Electronic Air Suspension System Service Precautions - Refer to: Electronic Air Suspension System Connector Fitting Precautions or Electronic Air Suspension System Service Precautions for the procedure.

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

1. A.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   NOTE:  When replacing the sub carrier assembly, refer to the Rear Differential Shim Adjustment .

2. B.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   NOTE:  If any of the items listed below were replaced, refer to the Rear Differential Shim Adjustment .

   • Sub Carrier Assembly
   • Clutch Assembly
   • Needle Thrust Bearing

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   Installation 

   Installation Information 

   Name
   a	Bulge of Shim
   b	Groove of Side Case Assembly or Groove of Sub Carrier Assembly

3. C.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   NOTE:  When replacing the needle thrust bearing, refer to the Rear Differential Shim Adjustment .

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   Installation 

   Installation Directions 

   Position	Direction
   a	Sub Carrier Assembly Side

4. D.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   NOTICE: 

   Be careful not to damage the side case.

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   Installation 

   Specifications 

   Specification
   a	0 - 0.5 mm (0 - 0.020 in)

5. E.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   Figure 1 

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   Installation 

   1. Remove all of the old liquid gasket of the sealing surface.

   2. Apply liquid gasket evenly to the sealing surface.

   Lubricant Specifications (Figure 1) 

   Position	Type
   a	Liquid Gasket(P/N 08718-0003, 08718-0004, or 08718- 0009)

   NOTICE: 

   • Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
   • If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply the new liquid gasket.
   • Allow it to cure at least 30 minutes after assembly before filling the rear differential assembly with recommended fluid.

   Figure 2 

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   3. While holding the rear differential side case assembly (b), install it as shown. (Figure 2)

6. F.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   Installation 

   Lubricant Specifications 

   Object	Type
   O-Ring	Rear Differential Fluid

7. G.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   NOTE:  When replacing the needle thrust bearing, refer to the Rear Differential Shim Adjustment .

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   Installation 

   Installation Directions 

   Position	Direction
   a	Side Case Assembly Side

8. H.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   NOTE:  When replacing the clutch assembly, be sure to replace both sides of it and refer to the Rear Differential Shim Adjustment .

   Installation 

   Lubricant Specifications 

   Object	Type
   Clutch Assembly	Rear Differential Fluid

9. I.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   Figure 1 

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   Installation 

   1. Remove all of the old liquid gasket of the sealing surface.

   2. Apply liquid gasket evenly to the sealing surface.

   Lubricant Specifications (Figure 1) 

   Position	Type
   a	Liquid Gasket(P/N 08718-0003, 08718-0004, or 08718- 0009)

   NOTICE: 

   • Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
   • If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply the new liquid gasket.
   • Allow it to cure at least 30 minutes after assembly before filling the rear differential assembly with recommended fluid.

   Figure 2 

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   3. While holding the rear differential side case assembly (b), install it as shown. (Figure 2)