TM 9-2320-280-20-26-21. DIFFERENTIAL COVER MAINTENANCEThis task covers:a Removalc. Installationb. Cleaning and InspectionINITIAL SETUP:ToolsManualReferencesGeneral mechanic’s tool kit:TM 9-2320-280-10automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)TM 9-2320-280-24PMaterials/PartsGeneral Safety InstructionsSealant (Appendix C, Item 38)Drycleaning solvent is flammable and will not beDrycleaning solvent (Appendix C, Item 18)used near an open flame.NOTEThe following procedure applies to vehicles with new brakeadapters, P/N 10453002. These brakes are cut away, whichallows access to left center capscrews.Have drainage container ready to catch fluid.a. Removal1. Remove drainplug (3) from differential assembly (4) and drain differential.2. Remove twelve capscrews (2) and cover (1) from differential assembly (4).b. Cleaning and InspectionW A R N I N GDrycleaning solvent is flammable and will not be used near anopen flame. A fire extinguisher will be kept nearby when thesolvent is used. Use only in well-ventilated places. Failure to dothis may result in injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment.1. Use drycleaning solvent to clean differential cover (1), capscrews (2), and differential assembly (4).2. Inspect differential cover (1) for cracks, wear, or breaks. Replace cover (1) if cracked, worn, orbroken.1. Apply RTV sealant to cover (1) sealing surface and install cover (1) on housing (4) with twelvecapscrews (2). Tighten capscrews (2) to 16 lb-ft (22 N m).2. Install drain plug (3) into differential assembly (4) and tighten to 13-18 lb-ft (18-25 N m).6-52
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