Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement

Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement (5.3L V-8)

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the front tires and wheels.





2. Remove the engine protection shield.
3. Drain the engine of oil.
4. Drain the front drive axle.
5. Remove the oil pan.





6. Remove the front drive axle from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the front drive axle to the frame.
2. Secure the front drive axle to the frame.
3. Install the oil pan. For the proper torque specifications, and pre-assemble of the oil pan, refer to Oil Pan Replacement.
4. Remove the front drive axle from the frame.
5. Install the front drive axle to the oil pan.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

6. Install the front drive axle mounting bolts.
Tighten the front drive axle mounting bolts to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).
7. To complete the oil pan installation, refer to Oil Pan Replacement.
8. Fill the front drive axle with the proper fluid.
9. Fill the engine with the proper amount motor oil.





10. Install the engine protection shield.





11. Install the tires and wheels.