Special Tools Required

Driveshaft remover 07AAD-S3VA000

1. Drain the differential fluid (see DIFFERENTIAL FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT  ).
2. Make a reference mark across the propeller shaft, the transmission, and the rear differential, then remove the propeller shaft (see PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL ).
3. Remove the left upper arm bolt, then remove the upper arm from the vehicle (see UPPER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
4. Remove the left rear damper (see DAMPER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
5. Using the special tool, pry out both inboard joints (A) from the differential (B).
   NOTE: This is a prying tool, do not strike it with a hammer.
   Fig 1: Removing Inboard Joints From Differential

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6. Place a transmission jack under the rear differential (A).
   Fig 2: Placing Transmission Jack Under Rear Differential

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7. Disconnect the 6P (B) and 2P (C) connectors, then remove the mounting bolts (D) and washer (E).
8. Lower the rear differential a little on the transmission jack, then remove the rear driveshaft (A) from the rear differential.
   Fig 3: Removing Rear Driveshaft From Rear Differential

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9. Disconnect the breather tube (B) from the rear differential.
10. Lower the rear differential on the transmission jack.