OUTPUT SHAFT INSTALLATION

TM 9-2320-303-24-2

FORWARD-REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER REPAIR - CONTINUED

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OUTPUT SHAFT INSTALLATION - CONTINUED

(1)

With the bearing cage (12) output and shaft (14) assembly secured in a vise, attach a dial indicator to the

cage flange. Adjust the indicator so its pointer contacts the end of the output shaft and set the dial to zero.

(2)

While observing the dial, pull the output shaft to rack in the output bearings (11) while turning the shaft

side-to-side to seat the bearings.

(3)

Next, push the output shaft (14) while turning it side-to-side and take note of the dial indicator reading.

(4)

Final end play should be between 0.0001-0.0030 inch. If the bearing end play does not fall within this

range, replace the retaining ring (6).

NOTE

A thinner retaining ring (6) will increase end play, and a thicker retaining ring (6) will decrease end play.

(5)

After establishing correct bearing end play, assemble the yoke (3) and bushing (4) onto the output shaft

against the outer bearing (11). Secure the yoke with washer (2) and nut and torque to 450-600 lb-ft (610-

813 Nm).

NOTE

Use a yoke holder while tightening the yoke nut.

(6)

Using the dial indicator, make a second check of the bearing end play with the yoke (3) installed. Use the

same procedures as with the first check, steps (1) thru (3).

(7)

Remove the yoke (3) from the output shaft using a yoke holder while loosening the nut (1).

(8)

Coat the output seal (5) lips with oil (Item 33, WP 0319 00) and outer diameter of output shaft cage (12)

with a non-hardening sealing material, such as compound (Item 14, WP 0319 00).

CAUTION

Do not exert pressure on the seal retainer after it bottoms. Damage to seal will result.

(9)

Assemble the oil seal (5) into the cage (12) by placing the output shaft and cage assembly in a press. Use a

suitable sleeve having a diameter that will fit inside the cage inner diameter and press in the seal until it

bottoms in cage. If a press is not available, use the sleeve and a mallet to seat the seal in the cage.

Install Output Shaft and Yoke.

(1)

Install the output shaft and cage assembly into the axle housing. It may be necessary to rotate the shaft to

index splines of shaft and side gear. Secure the cage (12) to housing with washer (9) and capscrews (8).

Torque capscrews to 35-50 lb-ft (47-68 Nm).

(2)

Install the output yoke (3) as described in Assemble and Install Input Shaft Yoke (m).

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