Hummer H1 Service Manual page 576

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59. Preload differential side bearings by increasing shim
thickness at each side of differential assembly by 0.004 in.
(0.10 mm) for a total bearing preload of 0.008 in. (0.20
mm) (Figure 9-96).
60. Lubricate side bearings with gear oil and install
differential assembly, bearing cups, shims, and bearing
caps in housing and secure with four bolts (Figure 9-96).
NOTE: Preloaded differential bearings may change backlash
setting. Check and correct backlash if necessary.
61. Remove housing spreader and tighten bolts to 55-70 lb-ft
(75-95 N•m).
62. Apply silicone sealant to cover sealing surface and secure
cover to housing with twelve bolts. Tighten bolts to 16 lb-
ft (22 N•m) (Figure 9-99).
COVER
Figure 9-99: Housing Cover Installation
63. Remove housing from holding fixture.
64. Remove four bolts and two axle holding fixture adapters
from housing.
65. Using press, install output shaft bearings on output shafts
(Figure 9-100).
OUTPUT SHAFT
OUTPUT SHAFT BEARING
Figure 9-100: Bearing Installation
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Axles, Suspension, and Frame
66. Using axle shaft and seal installer J–33142, install output
shaft assemblies into axle assembly (Figure 9-101).
OUTPUT SHAFT
ASSEMBLY
Figure 9-101: Axle Shaft And Seal Installer Usage
67. Using axle shaft and seal installer J–33142, install output
shaft seals in axle assembly (Figure 9-102).
OUTPUT
SHAFT SEAL
SEAL INSTALLER J–33142
Figure 9-102: Output Shaft Seal Installation
HOUSING
68. Lubricate sealing surface on output flanges with
lubricating oil (Figure 9-103).
RUBBER
WASHER
Figure 9-103: Output Shaft Seal Installation
69. Install two output flanges, two seals, and two locknuts on
output shafts. Finger tighten locknuts.
70. Install axle assembly.
AXLE ASSEMBLY
AXLE SHAFT
AND SEAL
INSTALLER
J–33142
AXLE ASSEMBLY
AXLE SHAFT AND
OUTPUT
SHAFT
OUTPUT
FLANGE
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