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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Drain the axle lubricant. Refer to Lubricant Replacement - Rear Drive Axle  .
  3. Remove the rear axle assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Replacement  .
  4. Remove the brake caliper brackets. Refer to Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement - Rear in Disc Brakes.
  5. Remove the rear axle cover housing and gasket. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement  .
  6. Remove the axle shafts. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement  .
  7. Remove the differential assembly. Refer to Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement  .
  8. Remove the brake backing plates. Refer to Disc Brake Backing Plate Replacement - Rear .
  9. Remove the drive pinion shaft yoke and the seal. Refer to Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement  .
  10. Remove the drive pinion. Refer to Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement  .
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