Differential Mount: Service and Repair
REMOVAL1. Set the vehicle on a lift.
2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
3. Move the selector lever or gear shift lever to "N".
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Loosen the wheel nuts.
6. Jack-up the vehicle and support it with study racks.
7. Remove the wheels.
8. Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
9. Remove the rear differential front member.
NOTE: When removing the rear differential front member, work the removal procedure as rear differential.
10. Remove the differential rear member.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the front member on body by passing it under the parking brake cable and securing to rear differential.
NOTE: When installing the rear differential front member, do not confuse the installation sequence of the stopper.
2. Insert the DOJ of rear drive shaft into rear differential.
NOTE: Before inserting, replace the differential side oil seal with a new one.
ST 28099PA090 SIDE OIL SEAL PROTECTOR
3. Hereafter, install in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION
1. Check the rear differential member for damage, bend, or corrosion.
If damage, bend, or corrosion is excessive, replace the rear differential member.
2. Check the bushings of rear differential member for cracking, hardening, or damage.
If cracking, hardening, or damage is excessive, replace the rear differential member.