Rear Drive Axle/Differential

Differential Support Insulator

Special Service Tools






Remover/installer 205-707

LRT-51-022

Removal

NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
1 Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Procedures
2
WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
3 Remove the exhaust system. For additional information, refer to Exhaust System Service and Repair




4 Remove the fuel tank heat shield.
- Remove the 8 screws.
5
CAUTION: Mark the position of the driveshaft flange in relation to the drive pinion flange.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.
Release the driveshaft from the rear axle drive flange.
- Remove the 6 bolts and washers.




6
CAUTION: Before disconnecting or removing the components, ensure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean and dry. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.
Disconnect the axle case breather line.
7
NOTE:
Allow the axle to rotate until the drive flange hangs down.
Lower the rear axle assembly.
- Using a transmission jack, support the axle.
- Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
- Remove the 2 bolts.




8
CAUTION: Note the fitted position of the bush and mark the sub-frame to aid assembly.
NOTE:
Move the axle case forwards for access.
Using the special tools, remove the axle housing bushing.

Installation





1
CAUTION: Lubricate the new bush with rubber lubricant to aid assembly.
CAUTION: Align the new bush to the mark on the sub-frame.
Using the special tools, install the axle housing bushing.
- Clean the component mating faces.
2 Install the axle assembly.
- Clean the component mating faces.
- Tighten the bolts to 100 Nm ( 74 lb.ft).
- Tighten the new nut and bolt to 120 Nm (89 lb.ft), then a further 180 degrees.
3 Connect the axle case breather line.
4 Attach the driveshaft to the rear axle drive flange.
- Clean the component mating faces.
- Install the washers.
- Tighten the bolts to 44 Nm (32 lb.ft), then a further 45 degrees.
5 Install the fuel tank heat shield.
- Tighten the screws.
6 Install the exhaust system. For additional information, refer to Exhaust System Service and Repair
7 Install the wheels and tires.
- Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb.ft).
8 Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Procedures