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Meritor Differential Carrier 18X
6 Tightening Torque Values & Lubrication
Tightening Torque Table
Nm Degrees Kgm
A Extract carrier thread - M12X1.75 ---
1 Drive pinion nut – M60X2 [**] 2000÷2500 200÷250
2 Lock nut sensor switch - M16X1 [***] 35÷45 3.5÷4.5
3 Sensor hole plug (if fitted) - M16X1 [***] 60÷75 6 ÷ 7.5
4 Cover capscrews - M6X1 10÷12 1.0÷1.2
5 Diff. bearing cap.capscrews M22X2.5 (torque + angle procedure) 200 90°÷105° 20
(torque only) 650÷810 65÷81
6 Adjusting ring lock plate capscrew M6X1 10÷12 1÷1.2
* Preferred method: Torque + angle.
** After tightening punch the nut flange in two locations.
*** Apply sealant Loctite 573 to the threads and carefully screw into the differential casing approx. 3 threads.
NOTE: Tighten the fasteners in pairs opposite each other.
Torque Values
Lubrication
Oil Specification Oil Capacity
Hypoid Gear Oil MS 18X = 14.5 ÷ 15 Litres
• S.A.E. J2360 - GL5 - tested and approved
NOTE: For additional information about lubricant please refer to TP0838 and TP0445.
Description Torque (*)