Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the rear axle assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Replacement .
- Remove the rear axle cover housing and gasket. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement .
- Remove the axle shafts. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement .
- Remove the brake caliper brackets. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
- Remove the axle shaft seals and the axle shaft bearings. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Seal and/or Bearing Replacement .
- Remove the differential assembly. Refer to Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement .
- Remove the drive pinion shaft yoke and the seal. Refer to Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement .
- Remove the drive pinion. Refer to Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement .