Front Differential Mountings Removal & Installation: Installation

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Position slit in each bush (2) as shown when press-fitting it.
Bush installation position
1. Angle A: 45° (slit alignment)
Fig 1: Identifying Slit Position
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Position each bush to bracket as shown in the figure
Bush installation position
1. Length "a": 3.0 mm (0.12 in.)
Fig 2: Identifying Bush Position
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Tighten differential front mounting and bracket bolt to specified torque for reinstallation.
Tightening torque
1. Front mounting bolt (a): 85 N.m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
2. Front mounting bracket bolt (b): 50 N.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)
Fig 3: Tightening Differential Front Mounting & Bracket Bolts
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