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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING in General Information.
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Axle Housing Cover Bolts
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  2. Drain the rear axle. Refer to LUBRICANT REPLACEMENT - REAR DRIVE AXLE  .
  3. Remove the rear axle housing cover bolts (1).
  4. Remove the rear axle housing cover (2) from the axle housing.
    1. 4.1. Catch the oil in a drain pan.
    2. 4.2. Remove any gasket material from the rear axle housing and/or the rear axle housing cover.
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