Removal

REMOVAL

1. Raise and support vehicle. Maintenance
2. Remove both front halfshafts. Half Shaft - Removal
3. Remove front intermediate shaft assembly. Half Shaft - Removal
4. Remove front propeller shaft. Propeller Shaft - Removal
5. Remove RH catalytic converter/exhaust pipe assembly. Catalytic Converter - Removal





6. Separate power steering return line (3)(Figure 1) from cradle by unfastening clips (1).





7. Remove front axle housing support bracket (1)(Figure 2).





8. Remove seven front axle assembly-to-oil pan bolts. Remove axle assembly (1)(Figure 3) from vehicle.