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Summarization of Contents
Service Notes
Before You Begin
Instructions and precautions before starting service procedures.
Safety Alerts, Torque Symbol and Notes
Explanation of safety symbols and important notes for service.
Section 1: Introduction
Description
Provides service information for Meritor carriers with differential lock.
Section 2: Removal
Differential Carrier from the Axle Housing
Step-by-step guide to remove the carrier from the axle housing.
Differential Lock Assembly
Instructions for removing the differential lock mechanism.
Differential Assembly from the Carrier
Steps to remove the differential assembly from the carrier.
Bevel Pinion Assembly
Procedure for the removal of the bevel pinion and related parts.
Section 3: Prepare Parts for Assembly
Clean Ground and Polished Parts
Methods for cleaning precision-machined and polished components.
Clean Rough Parts
Techniques for cleaning less critical or rougher parts.
Clean Axle Assemblies
Instructions for cleaning entire axle assemblies.
Dry Parts After Cleaning
Proper methods for drying cleaned components.
Prevent Corrosion on Cleaned Parts
Methods to protect cleaned parts from corrosion during storage.
Inspect Parts
Detailed checks for wear and damage on all components.
Repair or Replace Parts
Guidance on when to repair or replace worn or damaged parts.
Removing Fasteners Secured with Adhesive
Procedure for safely removing fasteners bonded with adhesive.
Do Not Bend or Straighten a Damaged Drive Axle Housing
Warning against altering or repairing damaged axle housings.
Install Fasteners
Procedures for installing new and used fasteners with adhesives.
Applying Silicone Gasket Material
Guidance on applying silicone gasket material for sealing.
Section 4: Installation
Bevel Pinion Assembly
Steps for installing the bevel pinion and adjusting its position.
Differential Assembly into the Carrier
Process for fitting the differential assembly into the carrier.
Check the Ring Gear Backlash
Method to measure and adjust ring gear backlash.
Check the Gear Set Tooth Contact Patterns
How to analyze gear tooth contact patterns for proper meshing.
Differential Carrier into the Axle Housing
Procedure for installing the complete differential carrier into the axle.
Differential Lock Cylinder
Instructions for installing the differential lock cylinder assembly.
Section 5: Lubrication
Lubricant Quality
Recommended lubricant specifications and types.
Draining
Process for draining old lubricant from the differential.
Lubricant Capacity
Details on the fluid capacity of the differential.
Filling Procedure
Steps for correctly filling the differential with new lubricant.
Section 6: Special Tools
Series 3000
Special tools specific to the 3000 series differentials.
Series 4000 and 5000
Special tools specific to the 4000 and 5000 series differentials.
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