Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING & JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
- Drain the rear axle. Refer to Lubricant Change .
- Remove the rear axle housing cover bolts (1).
- Remove the rear axle housing cover (2) from the axle housing.
- Catch the oil in a drain pan.
- Remove any gasket material from the rear axle housing and/or the rear axle housing cover.