Removal Procedure
- Remove the negative battery cable from the battery. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (9C1, 5W4) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (KL9)
Remove the oil level indicator. (1)
Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt (1) - Remove
- Remove both front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Steel Wheel) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Aluminum Wheel)
- Engine Oil and Oil Filter - Remove and DISCARD - Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
Front Bumper Fascia Skid Plate Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) - Remove [4x]
Underbody Splash Shield (1) - Remove
Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
- Underbody Skid Shield (3) - Remove
Engine Oil Cooler Hose Clip (1) - Release
- Have an assistant apply the brakes.
- CAUTION:
DO NOT use air tools to remove the wheel drive shaft nut. Damage to the wheel drive shaft threads could occur. Use hand tools only.
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Nut (1) - Remove and DISCARD
- CAUTION:
DO NOT use air tools to remove the wheel drive shaft nut. Damage to the wheel drive shaft threads could occur. Use hand tools only.
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Nut (1) - Remove and DISCARD
Install the DT-45859 Axle Remover (2) to the front wheel hub and secure with 2 wheel nuts (1) hand tightened.
- Using the DT-45859 Axle Remover (2), release the front wheel drive half shaft from the front wheel hub.
- Remove the 2 wheel nuts (1) and the DT-45859 Axle Remover (2) from the front wheel hub.
Front Brake Hose Bracket Bolt (1) - Remove
Front Brake Caliper Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
- Remove the brake caliper and support with heavy mechanics wire. (1)
Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt (1) - Remove
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor (2) - Remove
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (3) - Remove
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket (4) - Remove
Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (1) - Remove
- Remove the front wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket (2).
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Remove
- CAUTION:
Do not attempt to disconnect a steering linkage joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result which will cause premature failure of the joint.
Using the CH-43631 Ball Joint Separator (1), remove the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.
Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut (1) - Remove
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Link @ Lower Control Arm - Remove
- Support the lower control arm with a suitable jack stand.
Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Loosen
Using the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1), separate the right front upper control arm (2) from the steering knuckle.
- Remove the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1) from the right front upper control arm (2) and the steering knuckle.
Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Remove
- Remove jack stand.
- CAUTION:
Wheel drive shaft boots, seals and clamps should be protected from sharp objects any time service is performed on or near the wheel drive shaft(s). Damage to the boot(s), the seal(s) or the clamp(s) may cause lubricant to leak from the joint and lead to increased noise and possible failure of the wheel drive shaft.
NOTE:Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Using a suitable flat bladed tool (1), release the front wheel drive half shaft (2) from the front differential carrier.
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Remove the front wheel drive half shaft (1) from the front axle.
- Remove the front wheel drive half shaft (1) from the wheel hub.
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Ring (1) - Remove and DISCARD
- Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal (2) - Remove and DISCARD
Install the DT-45859 Axle Remover (2) to the front wheel hub and secure with 2 wheel nuts (1) hand tightened.
- Using the DT-45859 Axle Remover (2), release the front wheel drive half shaft from the front wheel hub.
- Remove the 2 wheel nuts (1) and the DT-45859 Axle Remover (2) from the front wheel hub.
Front Brake Hose Bracket Bolt (1) - Remove
- NOTE:
Only the left front wheel is equipped with the front disc brake pad wear sensor.
Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor (1) @ Front Brake Caliper - Remove
Front Brake Caliper Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
- Remove the brake caliper and support with heavy mechanics wire. (1)
Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt (1) - Remove
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor (2) - Remove
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (3) - Remove
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket (4) - Remove
Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (1) - Remove
- Remove the front wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket (2).
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Remove
- CAUTION:
Do not attempt to disconnect a steering linkage joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result which will cause premature failure of the joint.
Using the CH-43631 Ball Joint Separator (1), remove the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.
Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut (1) - Remove
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Link @ Lower Control Arm - Remove
- Support the lower control arm with a suitable jack stand.
Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Loosen
Using the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1), separate the left front upper control arm (2) from the steering knuckle.
- Remove the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1) from the left front upper control arm (2) and the steering knuckle.
Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Remove
- Remove jack stand.
- CAUTION:
Wheel drive shaft boots, seals and clamps should be protected from sharp objects any time service is performed on or near the wheel drive shaft(s). Damage to the boot(s), the seal(s) or the clamp(s) may cause lubricant to leak from the joint and lead to increased noise and possible failure of the wheel drive shaft.
NOTE:Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Using a suitable flat bladed tool (1), release the front wheel drive half shaft (2) from the front differential carrier.
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Remove the front wheel drive half shaft (1) from the front axle.
- Remove the front wheel drive half shaft (1) from the wheel hub.
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Ring (1) - Remove and DISCARD
- Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal (2) - Remove and DISCARD
- Front Wheelhouse Liner - Left Side - Remove - Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
Unclip and reposition the chassis wiring harness bracket (1) away from the frame shock tower.
Front Shock Absorber Nut (1) - Remove [3x]
Front Shock Absorber Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Front Shock Absorber (1) - Remove
- NOTE:
Support the front stabilizer shaft.
Front Stabilizer Shaft Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Clamp (2) - Remove [2x]
- Front Stabilizer Shaft (3) - Remove
Mark a reference point between the front axle propeller shaft (1) and the front differential drive pinion gear yoke.
- Front Axle Propeller Shaft Bolt (2) - Remove [6x]
- Front Axle Propeller Shaft Washer (3) - Remove [3x]
- Front Axle Propeller Shaft (1) - Reposition away
Disconnect the front drive axle actuator electrical connector (1).
- Release the two harness retainers (2) and reposition harness.
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Electrical Connector @ Heater Coolant Pump (2) - Disconnect
- Heater Water Auxiliary Pump Bolt (1) - Remove
- Remove the heater coolant pump and heater water auxiliary pump bracket (2) as assembly and position aside.
- Support the front axle with a hydraulic jack.
Front Differential Carrier Nut (1) - Remove
- Front Differential Carrier Bolt (2) - Remove and DISCARD
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Reinforcement Nut (1) - Remove [4x]
- Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Reinforcement Bolt (2) - Remove [4x]
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Crossmember (1) - Remove
Front Differential Carrier Bracket Nut (1) - Remove
- Front Differential Carrier Bolt (2) - Remove
Front Differential Carrier Bolt (1) - Remove
Front Axle Vent Hose - Disconnect
- Front Axle (1) - Remove
Torque Converter Cover Bolt-Left Side (1) - Remove
- Transmission Converter Cover-Left Side (2) - Remove
Engine Oil Cooler Hose Bracket Nut (1) - Remove
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Sleeve (1) - Remove
Electrical Connector (1) @ Engine Oil Pressure Sensor - Disconnect
- Wiring Harness Retainer (2) @ Engine Oil Cooler Hose - Remove
Engine Oil Cooler Adapter Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Engine Oil Cooler Hose (1) @ Oil Pan - Reposition
- Engine Oil Cooler Gasket (2) - Remove and DISCARD
Electrical Connector @ Knock Sensor (4) - Disconnect
Remove the transmission fluid auxiliary cooler pipe bracket nut (1) from the oil pan.
Engine Wiring Harness Retainer (2) - Remove
- Engine Wiring Harness Ground Stud (1) - Remove [2x]
- Engine Wiring Harness (3) @ Oil Pan - Reposition
Engine Wiring Harness Retainer (1) @ Oil Level Indicator Tube (2) - Disconnect
- Disconnect the wiring harness connectors and retainers as necessary.
Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Clip Bolt (1) @ Oil Pan - Remove
- Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Clip Bracket (2) @ Oil Pan - Remove
Reposition the transmission cooler inlet and outlet pipe (1) as necessary.
Oil Level Indicator Tube (1) @ Oil Pan - Remove
- Oil Level Indicator Seal (2) - Remove and DISCARD
- Oil Level Indicator Tube (1) - Reposition
Starter Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Starter Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Remove
- Starter Heat Shield (2) - Remove
Battery Negative Cable Ground Bolt (1) - Remove
- Starter Solenoid Cable (2) - Reposition away
Starter Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
- Reposition the starter (2) to access the electrical connections.
Protective Sleeve (4) - Reposition
- Starter Solenoid Cable Nut (2) - Remove
- Starter Solenoid Cable (1) - Remove
- Electrical Connector (3) - Disconnect
Starter (1) - Remove
Torque Converter Cover Bolt - Right Side (1) - Remove
- Transmission Converter Cover - Right Side (2) - Remove
Transmission Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Electrical Connector (1) - Disconnect
Oil Pan Bolt (2, 3) - Remove [16x]
- Oil Pan (1) - Remove
Crankshaft Oil Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [10x]
- Crankshaft Oil Deflector (2) - Remove
Oil Pan High Pressure Port Seal (2) - Remove and DISCARD [2x]
- Oil Pan Front Seal (3) - Remove and DISCARD
- Using the appropriate tool, clean and prepare the applicable sealing surface.
Engine Oil Level Sensor Lead Clip (4) - Remove
- Engine Oil Level Sensor Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
- Engine Oil Level Indicator Switch (2) - Remove
- Engine Oil Level Indicator Switch O-Ring Seal (3) - Remove and DISCARD
Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.
Support the lower control arm to prevent over-articulation of the front lower control arm ball joint.
Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.
Support the lower control arm to prevent over-articulation of the front lower control arm ball joint.
Ensure that the front axle is securely attached to the hydraulic jack.
The front axle may have to be maneuvered to remove it from the vehicle.
Components removed in graphic to better illustrate service parts.