Removal Procedure
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- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the differential case assembly. Refer to Differential Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) , Differential Replacement (8.6, 9.5/9.5 LD Inch Axles) .
- Remove the drive pinion housing assembly. Refer to Drive Pinion Housing and/or Seal Replacement .
- Remove and discard the gear bolts. Replace with NEW only.
- Using a brass drift and a hammer, remove the ring gear from the differential case.
CAUTION:
Refer to Ring Gear Removal Caution .