6.4
Final Drive and Brakes
8.373 CHAINCASE
Assembly View
NOTE: Verify tensioner bolt seal is flush with mating
surface prior to securing lock nut.
Maintain gear oil level at mid-point of sight glass
with vehicle on level ground.
Install lower gear washer with beveled side out.
A
A
A
B
C
D
G
E
F
= T
A = Cover Fasteners = 10 Ft.Lbs. (12 Nm)
B = Lower Gear Fastener = 19 Ft.Lbs. (26 Nm)
C = Upper Gear Castle Nut = 50 Ft.Lbs. (62 Nm)
D = Fill Plug = 18 - 25 In.Lbs.
E = Tensioner Bolt = Hand Tight
F = Tensioner Lock Nut = 21 Ft.Lbs. (28 Nm)
G = Drain Plug = 8 Ft.Lbs. (11 Nm)
WARNING
Incorrect chain tension may cause the chain to break
which may result in the loss of braking control.
CAUTION
Never re-use Cotter pins. Always replace with new
parts.
Incorrect chain tension may cause the chain to break,
causing severe chaincase damage.
Installing gear sets not listed on the Gear Ratio Speed
chart may cause premature gear / chain wear.