Differential

Differential-FWD





Special Tool(s)








Disassembly





1. NOTE: Backlash specification: 0.02 - 0.08 mm (0.0008 - 0.0031 inch).

Using the special tool, measure and record the backlash for the differential side gears. Install a new differential if beyond specification.
2. Remove the 10 bolts and the final drive gear.





3. Using the special tools, remove the differential side bearing.
^ Discard the differential side bearing.
4. Remove the spacer.
5. Remove the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) drive gear.





6. Using the special tools, remove the differential side bearing.
^ Discard the differential side bearing.

Assembly





1. CAUTION: Be careful not to crush the bearing while pressing it onto the differential case.

Install a new differential side bearing.
2. Install the VSS drive gear.
3. Install the spacer.





4. CAUTION: Be careful not to crush the bearing while pressing it onto the differential case.

Install a new differential side bearing.





5. Install the final drive gear and the 10 bolts.
^ Tighten in sequence to 120 Nm (89 ft. lbs.).