VI. STEERABLE DRIVE END ASSEMBLYA.General Precautions for ReassemblyIMPORTANT: READ THIS SECTION BEFORESTARTING THE REASSEMBLYPROCEDURES.1.Gaskets Use liquid sealant per Service Bulletin738 407, Page 22.2.Differential Mounting Bolts To prevent oilleakage, use Permatex form-a-gasket #2 pliablesetting sealant or equal on all threads. Seetorque rating chart for recommended torque,Section VIII.3.Assembly Refer to the parts section as a guideto reassembly.4.Initial Lubrication Coat all splines and seals withLubriplate during installation to provide initiallubrication, preventing scoring and galling.5.Bearings Use of flanged-end bearing drivers isrecommended for the installation of bearings.These drivers apply force to inner or outer racesof bearing, preventing damage and maintainingalignment with shaft and bore.6.Seals Use a flanged type guide or driver toinstall seals. Use of a soft hammer or a soft driftcan be made if care is exercised.B.After Partial DisassemblyReassembly after partial disassembly shouldgenerally reverse the disassembly procedure.C.Suspension Yoke Assembly1.Press eight studs into the suspension yoke.2.Apply liquid sealant or gasket cement to theouter edge of the inner drive yoke sealassembly. (See fig. 28). Press inner drive yokeseal assembly into suspension yoke with aninstallation tool. (See fig. 29 and 30). Removeexcess sealant.3.Insert the lower kingpin disc with the large end ofthe lube fitting tapered hole toward the top of thesuspension yoke. Press the lower kingpinbearing into place in an arbor press or use apush plate and a C-clamp. Do not use thekingpin ball stud to press in the bearing. Lightlylubricate the bearing and install the o-ring.Fig. 28Fig. 29Fig. 30-15-
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