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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2004CROSSFIRE STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)DRIVELINES & AXLESDIFFERENTIALS & DRIVE AXLESREAR DIFFERENTIALDIFFERENTIAL CONNECTING FLANGE SEALINSTALLATION

2004 Chrysler Crossfire Standard

Differential Connecting Flange Seal: Installation

2004 Chrysler Crossfire StandardSECTION Installation

Using the Special Tool 9223 Drift (1), drive the new differential connecting flange oil seal (2) into the differential housing.

Fig 1: Installing New Differential Connecting Flange Oil Seal
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Lubricate the seal with hypoid gear oil.
Inspect the differential connecting flange sealing surface (1) and dust shield (2). Install the differential connecting flange to the differential housing assembly.

Fig 2: Inspecting Differential Connecting Flange Sealing Surface & Dust Shield
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Install the differential connecting flange locking ring (1). Check for proper fit.

Fig 3: Installing Differential Connecting Flange Locking Ring
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Check axial end play between the differential connecting flange and the differential housing. (.03 mm to .3 mm).

NOTE: If a replacement cover is fitted, be sure to check whether or not the sealing surface is machined. Use appropriate sealant. Install end cover.

Apply a 1.5 mm to 2.0 mm bead of Hylomar sealant to the differential housing cover sealing surface.
Install the differential housing cover.
Install the differential housing cover bolts (1). Tighten the bolts to 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.) plus 45°.

Fig 4: Installing Differential Housing Cover Bolts
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Install the differential. See REAR DIFFERENTIAL .
Lower the vehicle.

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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.