Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003 GMC Envoy XL, 2003 GMC Envoy, and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the differential. Refer to DIFFERENTIAL REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the differential side bearings by performing the following steps:
- Install the differential assembly in a vise.
- Install the J 22888-20A (2) and the J 8107-2, 8.0 inch axle, or the J 8107-4, 8.6 inch axle (1), as shown.
- Remove the differential side bearings using the J 22888-20A.
- Remove the differential assembly from the vise.