FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Replacement of Final Drive Gear


To Remove





1. Remove the final drive gear bolts using an external torx and tap off the final drive gear using a plastic hammer.

To Fit
1. Tap on the final gear wheel on the differential housing using a plastic hammer.





2. Fit the final drive gear wheel with the marking towards the differential housing. Fit the screws and tighten alternately. The gear wheel may need to be heated slightly before fitting.
Tightening torque: 20 Nm +90° (15 ft/lbs +90°)