Replacement

CAUTION: Before removing the final drive assembly, disconnect the ABS sensor from the assembly. Then move it away from the final drive assembly. Failure to do so may result in damage to the sensor wires and the sensor becoming inoperative.

REMOVAL
1. Remove propeller shaft. Plug up rear end of transmission rear extension housing.
2. Remove drive shafts.
3. Remove nuts securing final drive rear cove to suspension member.
4. Support weight of final drive using jack.
5. Remove final drive mounting member from front of final drive.
6. Move final drive forward together with jack. Remove rear cover stud bolts from suspension member. Lower final drive using jack. Remove jack from rear of vehicle

CAUTION:
^ Be careful not to damage spline, sleeve yoke and front oil seal, when removing propeller shaft.
^ After removal, support suspension member on a stand to prevent its insulators from being twisted or damaged.





INSTALLATION
^ Fill final drive with recommended gear oil.