Exploded View

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Rear Differential With Torque Specifications

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Special Tools Required 

Driveshaft remover 07AAD-S9VA000

1. Drain the differential fluid. Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer (see REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT  ).
2. 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 driveshaft remover (A), pry out both inboard joints (B) from the differential (C).
   NOTE: This is a prying tool, do not strike it with a hammer.
   Fig 2: Prying Out Inboard Driveshaft Joints From Differential

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6. Place a transmission jack under the rear differential (A).
   Fig 3: 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 driveshafts (A) from the rear differential.
   Fig 4: Lowering Rear Differential, Removing Driveshafts And Breather Tube

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