Instruction Manual

7. Place the new differential cover in the correct orientation and install all ten socket head cap screws

nger tight and then tighten in a crisscross fashion to 18–22 ft. lbs.

8. Let the RTV sealant cure per manufacturer’s recommendations prior to the next step.

9. Fill the differential through upper ll hole until oil comes out of the appropriate ll level hole.

Caution

Each AEV differential cover can be used in either the front or rear axle locations and has two oil ll level

holes labeled “F” for Front and “R” for Rear to aid in servicing. Depending on what axle you are servicing,

use the appropriate hole as a quick reference when adding oil. All oil quantities should match the opera-

tor’s manual recommended amounts and weights. Always service differentials on at level ground with

wheels chocked.

10. Insert the AEV provided ll level plugs with thread tape into the new differential cover and secure.

11. Lubricate and install the AEV provided O-Ring onto the AEV ll plug and install into the differential

cover and secure by torqueing to 25 ft. lbs.

12. Preform leak checks and uid levels at regular intervals.

Note

AEV recommends using a RUST-OLEUM type automotive Scratch & Chip Repair paint (Universal Flat Black

& Silver Satin) to preform minor repairs on chips and scratches that occur during off-road driving. Re-

move existing rust and apply paint as recommended by the manufacturer in the affected area to prevent

any additional corrosion or chipping.