Rear Drive Axle for Cadillac Catera 2001

All Special Tools and Equipment

• Special Tools

Cleaning, Inspection, and Adjustment

• Backlash Adjustment
• Differential Carrier Bearing Preload Adjustment
• Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Inspection
• Pinion Depth Adjustment

Diagnostic Procedures

• Diagnostic Starting Point - Rear Drive Axle

Disassembly, Overhaul, Repair, and Assembly

• Differential Carrier Assembly Assemble
• Differential Carrier Assembly Disassemble
• Differential Side Bearings Assemble
• Differential Side Bearings Disassemble
• Drive Pinion Assemble
• Drive Pinion Disassemble
• Rear Axle Assemble
• Rear Axle Disassemble

Mechanical Specifications

• Fastener Tightening Specifications
• Pinion Bearing and Differential Bearing Preload
• Rear Axle Specifications

Other Specifications

• Lubrication Specifications

Removal, Installation, and Replacement

• Damping Bushing Replacement - Front
• Damping Bushing Replacement - Rear
• Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement
• Differential Replacement
• Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement
• Lubricant Level Check
• Output Shaft Seal Replacement
• Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement