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Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints: Service and Repair


Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the LH rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Wheels, Tires and Alignment.
3. Remove the damper/tuned absorber mounting bolts.
4. Remove the damper/tuned absorber.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the damper/tuned absorber to the differential.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the damper/tuned absorber mounting bolts.
^ Tighten the damper/tuned absorber mounting bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the LH rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Wheels, Tires and Alignment.
4. Lower the vehicle.