For 1990-2009 cars only
- Inspect all components for excessive wear and replace as necessary.
- Perform pinion depth measurement and adjustment. Refer to Pinion Depth Adjustment
- Install the differential drive pinion gear, bearing races, and new pinion seal from housing. Refer to Drive Pinion Installation
- Install the differential case to housing. Refer to Differential Case Assembly
- Perform side bearing preload adjustment and measurement. Refer to Differential Carrier Bearing Preload Adjustment
- Perform a backlash adjustment and measurement. Refer to Backlash Adjustment
- Install the axle shafts. Refer to Axle Shaft Replacement
- Perform Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Check. Refer to Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Inspection
- Install the rear axle cover and gasket to the housing. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement
- If the rear axle housing was replaced, install the rear axle assembly into the vehicle. Refer to Rear Axle Replacement
- Install the propeller shaft to the vehicle. Refer to One-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement or Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement
- Install rear torque arm. Refer to Torque Arm Replacement
- Remove stand and/or hydraulic jack from rear axle.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Road test the vehicle and inspect for leaks.
