6.DRIVE TRAIN
6-
REAR DIFFERENTIAL
Remove
Clean the drain plug area.Place an oil pan under the
front reducer case,and then drain oil completely
by removing the drain plug.
Raise rear of vehicle, support it securely on
jack stands and remove rear wheels.
On both sides, remove the drive shafts.
Remove propeller shaft bolts on rear
differential side.
Remove upper differential bolts, differential
support bolts and lower differential bolts
Remove the rear differential.
Inspection
Inspect the gear case, case cover, bearing, oil seals and dust seal for wear or damage. If any
damage or wear is found, replace the oil seal or dust seal with a new one.
Check back lash and drag torque.
Check the breather rubber case for wear or damage. Also, check that the joint of rubber case
fits tightly.
Installation
The installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
Pay attention to refill the oil(GL-4-90).
Ensure tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
Mounting nut of wheel rim
Fastening nut of rear differential
Bolt of PARK brake caliper
Bolt of front propeller shaft flange