Axle Assembly: Removal

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Remove the rear halfshafts. Refer to: Rear Halfshaft .
Remove and discard the driveshaft to rear differential flange bolts and washer assemblies.
Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

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NOTE: Do not remove driveshaft from the pinion flange by pulling on the driveshaft tube. Damage to the CV joint can result.

Disconnect the driveshaft.
1. Index-mark the driveshaft CV joint coupling and RDU (Rear Drive Unit) flange.
2. Separate the driveshaft CV joint coupling from the RDU flange.
3. Position and support the driveshaft aside.
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Disconnect the ATC connector.

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Disconnect the RDU vent tube.

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Position and secure a transmission jack under the RDU.
Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack

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Remove the rear RDU mounting bolts.
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

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Remove the front RDU mounting bolts and using the transmission jack, remove the RDU.
Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack

Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

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If installing a new RDU. Remove the RDU mounting bracket bolts and mounting brackets.
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

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If installing a new RDU. Remove the RDU mounting bracket bolts and mounting brackets.
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

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