Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the rear tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the rear mufflers.
- For the left rear muffler, refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement - Left Side .
- For the right rear muffler, refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement - Right Side .
- NOTE:
Steps 5 and 6 are for models with differential oil pump and cooler.
Remove the differential oil cooler inlet hose. Refer to Differential Oil Cooler Inlet Hose Replacement .
Remove the differential oil pump inlet hose. Refer to Differential Oil Pump Inlet Hose Replacement .
- Remove the electronic differential drive motor outlet hoses. Refer to Electric Differential Drive Motor Outlet Hose Replacement .
Remove the rear crossmember from the vehicle. Refer to Rear Crossmember Replacement .
Remove the transmission mounts. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement .
Remove the fasteners (1 - 5) securing the differential to the transmission.
Remove the differential (1) from the transmission.
Step 7 is for models equipped with an electronic limited slip differential.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.