Rear Differential Removal

Rear Differential Removal

1. Drain the differential fluid. Rear Differential Fluid Inspection and Replacement

2. Remove the propeller shaft. Propeller Shaft Removal

3. Disconnect the rear differential harness connectors (A) and (B).

4. Disconnect the breather hose (C).






5. Using a pair of screwdrivers, pry out both inboard joints (A) from the differential (B).






6. Place the transmission jack under the rear differential (A).

7. Remove the differential's rear mounting bolts (B).






8. Remove the differential's front mounting bolts.






9. As you lower the rear differential (A) with the transmission jack, remove the rear driveshafts (B) from the rear differential.

10. If the original differential is being reinstalled, remove the set rings (C).