Spicer 23105S User Manual

Spicer

Axles & Brakes

ABIB-0215

Information Bulletin

Bulletin Type: Service/Parts

Topic: 23105S Carrier to Housing Leak Repair Procedure

Affected Models: 23105S Drive Axles

This document describes the current recommended repair procedure for a leaking carrier-to-housing joint on a
23105 drive axle. The new boss support bracket and capscrews (Hardware kit # 512097) are specifically designed
to repair carrier-to-housing leaks occurring at the 6:00 position. The new parts when installed properly are designed
to give added support at the joint area of the carrier flange where high concentration’s of loading occurs from
vehicle articulation and housing flexing. Shown below is the Dana standard repair time, hardware kit part number
and adapter plate kit information. This bulletin replaces ABIB-0211.

Standard Repair Time: 2.3 Hours •
Axle Housing Hardware Kit P/N: 512097

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Carrier Adapter Plate Kit: The 23105S adapter plate tool is available only to authorized

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OEM dealer conducting this repair. Call 1-800-826-HELP (4357) for availability, as quantities
are limited.

Installation Instructions:

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WARNING: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU OBSERVE ALL OF THE NORMAL SAFETY PROCEDURES, INCLUDING
WEARING PROPER PROTECTION FOR EVERY STEP IN THIS PROCEDURE.

1. Block vehicle tires.

2. Disconnect driveline.

3. Drain axle lube into a clean pan. Lube will be reused at the end of this procedure.

4. Remove axle shaft nuts, washers and shaft.

5. Remove all but one carrier fastener. The remaining capscrew will hold the carrier in place until the transmission
jack and adapter plate are moved in place and secured.

6. Install alignment studs at the 3:00 and 9:00 positions of the carrier.

Carrier Removal

1. Mount the adapter plate to a transmission jack. Remove pinion cage cap screws at 5:30 and 7:30 positions.

Mount Adapter Plate to Transmission Jack Remove Bottom Two Pinion Cage Bolts

2. Position the adapter plate and adjust transmission jack table to alien bolt holes.

3. To fasten the adapter plate to the pinion cage install 2 HCS ¾” x 3” capscrews and snug with impact gun.

Position Adapter Plate Install ¾” x 3” Capscrews

4. Remove remaining carrier to housing capscrew and carefully remove the carrier assembly.

Carrier Flange and Housing Ring Cleaning

Note: Before installing new fastener hardware or the carrier assembly, inspect the axle housing visually for
cracks, nicks or burrs on all machined surfaces. It is important that all surfaces are cleaned properly.

1. Use a wire wheel to remove any paint, old sealant or oil from the housing and carrier mounting surfaces. Wipe
surfaces down with cleaning solvent to remove any residual oil or dirt.

Wire Wheel Surfaces Check for Nick, Cracks and Contamination