Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement
Differential Carrier Assembly ReplacementRemoval Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Firmly secure the differential to a transmission jack (1).
3. Disconnect the ABS sensor connectors (2).
4. Remove the drive axles.
5. Remove the propeller shaft.
6. Remove the rear propeller shaft coupling.
7. Remove the automatic level control link from the ball stud on the lower control arm.
8. Remove the differential support bracket bolts (1).
9. Remove the differential bushing bolts (1).
10. Lower the transmission jack in order to remove the differential.
Installation Procedure
1. With the differential still firmly attached to the transmission jack, raise the differential into position.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the differential bushing bolts (1).
^ Tighten the differential bushing bolts (1) to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the differential support bracket bolts (1).
^ Tighten the differential support bracket bolts (1) to 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs.) + 38 degrees.
4. Install the rear propeller shaft coupling.
5. Install the propeller shaft.
6. Install the drive axles.
7. Install the automatic level control link to the ball stud on the lower control arm.
8. Connect the ABS sensor connectors (2).
9. Remove the transmission jack (1).
10. Inspect the differential lubricant level.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Test drive the vehicle.
13. Inspect the differential for leaks.