Differential Gear Assembly
Differential Gear AssemblySpecial Tool(s):
Disassembly
All vehicles
1. NOTE: All wheel drive (AWD) shown, front wheel drive (FWD) similar.
Inspect the differential bearings for damage or excessive wear. Install new bearings if necessary.
All wheel drive (AWD) vehicles
2. Using Step Plate 205-D019, Bearing Puller 205-DO64 and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer 204-069, remove the right differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.
Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles
3. Using Step Plate 205-D015, Bearing Puller 205-DO64 and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer 204-069, remove the right differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.
All vehicles
4. NOTE: AWD shown, FWD similar.
Using Step Plate 205-D015, Bearing Puller 205-DO64 and Front Wheel Hub Remover/Installer 204-069, remove the left differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.
5. Inspect the differential assembly and the ring gear for damage and install new if necessary.
Assembly
1. Using Differential Bearing Installer and Guide 307-587 (307-587/1 and 307-587/2), press new differential carrier bearings on the differential assembly.
