Removal

REMOVAL

1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove both front halfshafts.
3. Remove front intermediate shaft assembly.
4. Remove front propeller shaft.
5. Remove RH catalytic converter/exhaust pipe assembly.




6. Separate power steering return line (3) from cradle by unfastening clips (1).




7. Remove front axle housing support bracket (1).




8. Remove seven front axle assembly-to-oil pan bolts. Remove axle assembly (1) from vehicle.