Differential Housing Cover: Removal
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- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING .
- Detach the wheel speed sensor wire harness retainers. Position the wheel speed sensor wiring harness aside.
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NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
Remove the differential cover stud bolts and the differential cover bolts. Remove the differential cover.
- Remove and discard the differential housing gasket.
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NOTE: Remove the gasket and make sure the surfaces are free of oil.
Clean the gasket mating surface of the axle and the differential housing cover. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation