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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the case extension. Refer to Case Extension Replacement.

  2. Object Number: 11841  Size: SH
  3. Rotate the manual shaft (16) counterclockwise in order to place the transmission in park and prevent the differential from rotating.

  4. Object Number: 687629  Size: SH
  5. Remove the four 15 mm differential bolts (119).
  6. Remove the differential carrier (110).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 15506  Size: SH
  1. Locate the dowels on the final drive carrier (100) and insert these dowels into the holes in the differential carrier (110) for proper assembly.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  3. Install the differential carrier bolts (119).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts using a star pattern to 70-76 N·m (52-56 lb ft).

  5. Install the case extension. Refer to Case Extension Replacement.