Differential Carrier Assembly Cover and/or Gasket Replacement

Differential Carrier Assembly Cover and/or Gasket Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the engine protection shield (EPS), if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement (Engine Shield Replacement).
3. Drain the front differential assembly.




4. Remove the differential cover bolts.

Note: The front differential housing cover gasket is reusable. DO NOT replace unless gasket is damaged.

5. Remove the differential cover and gasket.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the differential cover and gasket.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the differential cover bolts.

Tighten the differential cover bolts to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).

3. Fill the front differential with fluid. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant Replacement (Front Drive Axle).




4. Install the EPS, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement (Engine Shield Replacement).
5. Lower the vehicle.