Differential Case and Ring Gear: Disassembly

Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For additional information, refer to DIFFERENTIAL CASE .
Remove the bolts.

Fig 1: Removing Bolts
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CAUTION: Do not damage the threads in the bolt holes.

Fig 2: Inserting Punch In Bolt Holes

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Insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive off the ring gear.
Using the special tools, remove the differential bearings (4221), if necessary.

Fig 3: Removing Differential Bearings
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Remove the bolt.

Fig 4: Removing Bolt
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Remove the differential pinion shaft (4211).

Fig 5: Removing Differential Pinion Shaft
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Rotate and remove the differential pinion gears (4215) and differential pinion thrust washers (4230).

Fig 6: Removing Differential Pinion Gears
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Remove the differential side gears (4236) and the differential side gear thrust washers (4228).

Fig 7: Removing Differential Side Gears
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