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Differential Rear Bushing: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
  2. Remove the rear halfshaft. Refer to: Rear Halfshaft .
  3. Remove bolts and the RDU rear damper covers.
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    1. Position and secure a transmission jack under the RDU. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
    2. Remove the bolts and the RDU rear mounting brackets.
    3. Remove the bolts and the RDU rear dampers.
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    1. Remove the RDU front mounting bracket to the RDU bolts.
    2. Remove the RDU front mounting bracket to member assembly bolts and the RDU mounting brackets. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
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  4. Slowly lower the transmission jack and the RDU assembly. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
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  5. Using the special tool, remove the differential rear bushing. Use Special Service Tool: 205-271 Installer, Pivot Bushing., 204-598-01 Remover/Installer, Subframe Bushing Guide.
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