Nissan Frontier. Manual - part 357
DLN-330
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[REAR FINAL DRIVE: M226 (ELD) ]
REAR FINAL DRIVE
5. Connect differential lock solenoid harness to new sensor con-
nector. Then install new sensor connector to gear carrier and
tighten to the specified torque.
6. Align paint matching mark on side bearing caps with those on
gear carrier and install side bearing caps on gear carrier.
CAUTION:
Do not tighten side bearing cap bolts at this point. This
allows further tightening of side bearing adjusters.
7. Tighten each side bearing adjusters using adjuster tool. Perform
the following adjustments.
• Adjusting backlash of drive gear and drive pinion. Refer to
DLN-331, "Inspection and Adjustment"
.
• Check total preload. Refer to
• Check tooth contact. Refer to
.
8. Apply a bead of sealant to the mating surface of the carrier
cover as shown.
• Use Genuine Silicone RTV or equivalent. Refer to
"Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants"
.
CAUTION:
Remove any old sealant adhering to the mating surfaces.
Also remove any moisture, oil, or foreign material adhering
to the application and mating surfaces.
9. Install the carrier cover to the gear carrier. Tighten the bolts to
the specified torque.
SDIA2585E
SDIA2632E
Tool number
: — (C - 4164)
PDIA0337E
PDIA1061E