Differential Case and Ring Gear: Disassembly

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Remove the differential case. For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .
Remove the 10 ring gear bolts.

Fig 1: Removing Ring Gear Bolts
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CAUTION: Care should be taken not to damage the bolt hole threads.

Fig 2: Removing Ring Gear

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Insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive the ring gear off.

NOTE: The anti-lock speed sensor ring cannot be reused once removed.

Remove the speed sensor ring, if required.
Using the special tools, remove the differential bearing.
- Repeat for the other side.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Differential Bearing
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The TORSEN® differential is a non-servicable component and should not be disassembled. If the differential is worn or damaged, it must be installed as an assembly.
Using the special tool, install the differential bearing on the differential case. Repeat for the other side.

Fig 4: Installing Differential Bearing On Differential Case
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CAUTION: Make sure that the notches on the case flange and the anti-lock speed sensor ring are aligned.

Fig 5: Pressing Anti-Lock Speed Sensor Ring And Ring Gear On Differential Case

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Press the new anti -lock speed sensor ring and the ring gear on the differential case.

NOTE: Apply stud and bearing mount to the ring gear bolts.

Fig 6: Installing Ring Gear Bolts

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Install the ring gear bolts.
Install the differential case. For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .