B&M 10312 Dana 44 Rear End Cover, A356.0-T6 Aluminum - Manual

Instructions
Cast Aluminum Rear End Cover for
DANA 44
(see www.bmracing.com for the latest vehicle fitment applications and model years)
Part Number 10312
© 2014 by B&M Racing and Performance Products
Printed in the USA 9500898-00
This B&M Cast Aluminum Rear
End Cover has been designed to
work on most vehicles equipped
with a Dana 44 axle. The B&M
Cast Aluminum Rear End Cover
provides several advantages over
stock factory covers. The extra
capacity provides increased oil
volume and added cooling, while
the thick aluminum construction
increases
case rigidity. The
reinforced center bar, along with
the load bolts, prevents bearing
cap deflection under severe loads.
The magnetic drain plug feature
allows regular gear oil changes
without the usual mess, and limits
ferrous debris from circulating in
the axle.
INTRODUCTION
This cover can be installed in about
an hour by carefully following the
instructions. It is suggested that the
vehicle be allowed to cool off for a
few hours to avoid burns from hot oil
and parts. The vehicle should be off
the ground for ease of installation -
jack stands, wheel ramps or a hoist
will work fine. MAKE SURE
VEHICLE IS FIRMLY SUPPORTED
-
DO NOT WORK UNDER A
VEHICLE IF IT IS SUPPORTED
BY ONLY A JACK! Try to raise the
vehicle 1-2 feet so you will have
plenty of room to work. Also, have
a small box to put bolts in and a
drain pan to catch oil.
INSTALLATION
STEP 1. Clean axle housing cover
area from dirt and other debris.
NOTE: On some vehicles it
might be necessary to remove
some parts (e.g. sway bar,
panhard rod) to make the
installation of the cover easier.
STEP 2. Place a drain pan
underneath the axle housing.
STEP 3. Remove the 10 bolts
around the cover.
STEP 4. Carefully pry the cover
loose with a flat head screw driver,
being careful not to damage the
surface, and allow the oil to drain.
STEP 5. Using a dry lint free rag,
clean the accessible areas of the
axle housing and check internal
components for visible excessive