Assembly
SPACERS SELECTION
1. Install the spacer, side gear (rear), pinion, washer and pinion shaft in the center differential case.
2. While pressing the pinion shaft, select the thickest spacer to gently rotate the pinion.
3. Install the side gear (front), spacer and center differential flange and tighten the blots to the specified torque. Center differential drive gear bolt: 75 Nm (54 ft.lbs.).
4. Using the front output shaft, rotate the side gear front and select the thickest spacer to gently rotate the side gear front.
BOLT INSTALLATION
First apply sealant to the end [5 mm (0.20 in.)] of the bolt threads and then tighten to the specified torque in the order shown in the figure.
Center differential drive gear bolt: 75 Nm (54 ft.lbs.) Specified adhesive:
MOPAR Part No.4318031 or MOPAR Part No.4318032 or equivalent
TAPER ROLLER BEARING INSTALLATION
Use the special tool to install the taper roller bearing on the center differential flange.
TAPER ROLLER BEARING INSTALLATION
Use the special tool to install the taper roller bearing on the transfer driven gear.