Differential Carrier: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the axle shafts. For additional information, refer to Axle Shaft .
- Remove the 4 differential bearing cap bolts and the 2 differential bearing caps.
- Using pry bars and wood blocks, remove the differential carrier assembly from the axle housing.
WARNING:
Before servicing a vehicle equipped with a fire suppression system, depower the system by following the procedure in FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
article. Failure to follow the instructions may result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION:
Index-mark the position of the differential bearing caps, as arrows may not be visible. The differential bearing caps must be installed in their original locations and positions or damage to the component may occur.
CAUTION:
Place a wood block between the pry bar and the axle housing to protect the machined surface from damage.
NOTE:
Index-mark the position of the differential bearing shims. The differential bearing shims must be installed in their original locations and positions.