Differential Cover Gasket

Fig.8:

Remove the fourteen 1/2 in. AF bolts and setscrews (1, Fig.8) securing the bottom tie-plate to the cross-beam and inner fulcrum brackets.

Drain the oil from the final drive.

Fig.9:

Remove the ten 1/2 in. AF setscrews (1, Fig.9) and remove the rear cover (2, Fig.9) noting the position of the identification tabs.

Clean off any gasket or sealant from the rear cover and the hypoid housing.

Smear the rear cover flange with Wellseal jointing compound and place the gasket on the casing.

Refit the rear cover and secure with the ten setscrews, prior to fitting coat the threads of the bolts with Loctite.

Refill with new oil.

NOTE: The vehicle must be on level ground before checking the oil level.

Replace the bottom tie-plate and tighten the bolts and setscrews to the correct torque.