Differential - Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Differential - Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Special Tool(s):

Disassembly

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

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. Using a suitable press, install a new differential side bearing. Only use the inner bearing race to install.





2. Install the VSS drive gear.
3. Install the spacer.
4. Using a suitable press, install a new differential side bearing. Only use the inner bearing race to install.





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