Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 576

2. Attach Dial Indicator C-3339A (1) to spreader retainer stud. Load indicator plunger (2) against opposite

side of the housing and zero the indicator

3. Spread the differential case 0.34 mm (0.013 in).

Fig. 182: Removing/Installing Differential Case, Bearing Cups And Shims
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4. Remove dial indicator.

5. Install differential case (1) bearing cups (2) and shims into housing.

6. Install bearing caps and loosely install bolts.

7. Loosen turnbuckle remove spreader retainers and spreader.

CAUTION: Never spread the differential housing over 0.34 mm (0.013 in). Failure

to follow these instructions will damage the housing.

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Fig. 183: Removing/Installing Spreader Adapters 9959 On Differential Housing
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8. Remove spreader adapters (1) from differential housing (2).

Fig. 184: Identifying Bearing Caps & Snug Bearing Cap Bolts
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9. Tighten bearing cap (1) bolts in a criss-cross pattern to 54-68 N.m (39-50 ft. lbs.).

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2007 DRIVELINE Differential & Driveline - Nitro

10. Install right axle shaft and half shafts.

11. Install differential housing cover.

BEARING-DIFFERENTIAL CASE

REMOVAL

BEARINGS-DIFFERENTIAL CASE

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2007 DRIVELINE Differential & Driveline - Nitro

Fig. 185: Removing Bearings From Differential Case With Puller C-293-PA, Adapters C-293-48 And
Plug SP-3289
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2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 DRIVELINE Differential & Driveline - Nitro