Rear Differential Carrier: Removal
CAUTION:
(Refer to General Information - "LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ")
- When lifting a vehicle using a lift, be careful not to damage the lower parts of the vehicle (floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank, canister).
(Refer to General Information - "LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ")
- Loosen the rear wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
- Remove the rear wheel and tire.
(Refer to Suspension System - "WHEEL ")
- Remove the propeller shaft.
(Refer to Driveshaft and axle - "PROPELLER SHAFT ")
- Remove the rear drive shaft.
(Refer to Driveshaft and axle - "REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY ")
- Remove the center and rear muffler.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "MUFFLER ")
- In case of vehicles equipped with the E-LSD, first remove the E-LSD.
(Refer to Electronic Limited Slip Differential System - "ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL (E-LSD) ")
- Remove the rear differential carrier (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.
Tightening torque:
98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)
CAUTION:- Install a jack on the lower part of the differential.