Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 596

Fig. 273: Identifying Lock Screws
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5. Align hole in shaft with hole in the differential case and install lock screw (4) with Mopar Lock & Seal or

equivalent on the threads. Tighten lock screw to 26 N.m (19 ft. lbs.).

6. Install differential cover.

7. Install rear brake components.

SEAL-AXLE SHAFT

REMOVAL

SEAL-AXLE SHAFT

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 DRIVELINE Differential & Driveline - Nitro

Fig. 274: Identifying Axle Shaft & Axle Tube
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1. Remove axle shaft (1) from axle tube (2).

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 DRIVELINE Differential & Driveline - Nitro

Fig. 275: Removing Axle Shaft Seal From Axle Tube With Seal Puller
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2. Remove axle shaft seal (1) from axle tube (2) with seal puller.

INSTALLATION

SEAL-AXLE SHAFT

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 DRIVELINE Differential & Driveline - Nitro

Fig. 276: Coating Seal Lip With Axle Lubricant And Installing Seal With Installer 8493 And Handle C-
4171
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1. Remove any old sealer/burrs from axle tube.

2. Coat new seal lip with axle lubricant and install seal with Installer 8493 (1) and Handle C-4171 (1).

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T

2007 DRIVELINE Differential & Driveline - Nitro