Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 164

3 - 44 REAR SUSPENSION AND AXLE B R
SPECIAL
TOOL
6im
J9403-52
Fig. 2 Trac-Loc Test
(6) If rotating torque is less than 22 N-m (30 ft.
lbs.) or more than 271 N-m (200 ft. lbs.) on either
wheel the unit should be service.
LUBRICANTS
The lubricant recommended for Trac-Lok/Power-
Lok differential is API grade GL 5. A friction modifier
must be added.
Refer to Group 0, Lubrication and Maintenance for
additional information.
TRAC-LOK 9 1 \ AND MODEL 60 AXLES
The Trac-Lok (limited-slip) differential used on 9
1/4 and Model 60 axles has a one-piece differential
case. The components are illustrated in (Fig. 4). Re-
TORQUE
WRENCH
Fig. 3 Power-Lok Test
fer to this illustration during repair service for com­
ponent detail and their location.
DISASSEMBLY
Service to the Trac-Lok differential requires the
use of Tool Set C-4487 (J-23781). Refer to differential
overhaul in the Model 60 section for differential case
removal and installation.
(1) Clamp one axle shaft in a vise (with protective
jaws) with the splined end upward (Fig. 5).
(2) Place shop towels on vise to avoid gear damage
during removal of the ring gear. Position the differ­
ential case on the axle shaft (Fig. 6).
(3) Remove and discard the ring gear bolts. They
are not reusable.
DIFFERNTIAL
CASE
SHAFT
LOCK
PIN
CLUTCH PACK
PINION
MATE
SHAFT J9203-13
Fig. 4 Trac­ - Lok Differential