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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)DRIVELINES & AXLESDIFFERENTIALS & DRIVE AXLESDIFFERENTIALS - EATON LOCKINGOVERHAUL2-PIECE CASEREASSEMBLY (DIFFERENTIAL)
1997 Chevrolet Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Reassembly (Differential)
1997 Chevrolet Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Reassembly (Differential)
- Install right thrust washer and right cam unit. Install reaction blocks, reaction block thrust washer, pinion yoke, pinion gears and pinion thrust washers.
- Install left thrust washer and clutch plates in differential case half. Ensure clutch plates are installed in alternating sequence. See Figure. Install left side gear and latching bracket assembly.
- Install governor assembly. Ensure straight end of latching bracket spring is over and outside governor assembly shaft. See Figure. Hold left side gear in differential case half, and install case halves together. Install and tighten retaining bolts. Install ring gear and differential side bearings.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.