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
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Drain the rear differential carrier. Refer to Differential Oil Replacement .
- Disconnect the propeller shaft from the rear differential and relocate to the side. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement .
Remove the electrical harness connector (3).
- Disconnect the rear wheel drive shafts from the rear differential and re-locate to the side. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
- NOTE:
Ensure that the rear differential assembly is securely tie to the jack stand.
Support the rear differential (1) with a suitable transmission jack stand (2).
Remove the 2 rear differential support mounting bolts (1).
Using a bright colored paint, mark the outline (1) of the front rear differential mounting on the body to properly align the mounting to the painted outline for installation.
Remove the front rear differential mounting bolt (1).
Using the transmission jack stand (2), remove the rear differential assembly (1) from the vehicle.
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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.