Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Differential Bracket & Bolts

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Remove the 3 bolts from the bracket (1).
Remove the bracket (1).

Fig 2: Drain Plug

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Remove the drain plug (1).

Fig 3: Fill Plug

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Remove the fill plug (1) and drain the fluid.

Fig 4: Removing Bolts From Side Cover

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Remove all bolts (2) from the side cover (1).
Use the pry point relief slots to remove the cover.

Fig 5: Removing Carrier Assembly From Housing

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Remove the carrier assembly (1) from the housing.

Fig 6: Removing Bearing Cup, Shims & Seal From Cover

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NOTE: The bearing cup shims must be removed before the seal can be removed. Installing the seal through the bearing cup will damage the new seal. It may be necessary to heat the housing in order to remove the cup.

Remove the bearing cup (1), shims (2) and seal (3) from the cover (4). Mark or tag the cup (1) and shims (2) for proper assembly.