Special Tools
J 36850 Assembly Lubricant
For equivalent regional tools, refer to 
Special Tools.
- Remove the side cover gaskets (5 and 6) and the thrust washer (7) from the side cover (1).
 
Caution: Do not damage the case bore when removing the axle seal.
- Remove the side cover axle seal (2). Use the handle end of a hammer.
 
- Inspect the side cover for cracks or damage to the seal grooves and mounting bosses.
 
- Inspect the side cover seals for damage. The side cover seals are reusable if not damaged.
 
- Thoroughly clean the side cover and the side cover seals.
 
- Clean and dry the seal grooves and the axle seal bore.
 
- Install the side cover gaskets (5 and 6) into the grooves on the side cover (1).
 
- Retain the seals with 
J 36850 lubricant
 or equivalent.
 
- Install the side cover to drive sprocket thrust washer (7) onto the side cover.
 
- Retain the thrust washer with 
J 36850 lubricant
 or equivalent.
 
- Install the side cover assembly onto the transmission case.
 
- Install the 11 side cover bolts (3) or studs (4) (model dependent).
 
- Refer to the graphic in order to find the correct installation points of the bolts and the stud.
 
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Hand start the bolts. Tighten the side cover bolts and stud to 
28 N·m (22 lb ft).