Removal Procedure
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- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Drain the rear axle. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (8.6 Inch Axle) or Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (9.5 Inch LD Axle) .
- Rear the rear axle housing cover bolts (1).
- Remove the rear axle housing cover and the gasket (2) from the axle housing.
- If the rear axle housing cover gasket is found to be damaged, DO NOT re-use. Replace with NEW.
- Drain the remaining axle lubricant into a suitable container.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT nick or cut the rear axle housing cover gasket.