Rear Differential Removal

Rear Differential Removal

Exploded View

Rear Differential:

Special Tools Required
Driveshaft remover 07AAD-S9VA000

1. Drain the differential fluid.
2. Make a reference mark across the propeller shaft, the transfer, and the rear differential, then remove the propeller shaft.
3. Remove the rear driveshaft.
4. Place a transmission jack under the rear differential (A).





5. Disconnect the 6P (B) and 2P (C) connectors, then remove the mounting bolts (D) and washer (E).
6. Lower the rear differential a little on the transmission jack.





7. Disconnect the breather hose (B) from the rear differential.
8. Lower the rear differential on the transmission jack.

Backlash Inspection

NOTICE: Connecting battery voltage to either the right or left clutch electromagnetic coils for more than 3 minutes will damage the rear differential.

1. Install the left rear driveshaft, then connect the battery power to the No. 1 terminal of the left clutch electromagnetic coil 2P connector (A) and ground to the No. 2 terminal.





2. Check the backlash of the companion flange (B) with a dial indicator (C).

Standard: 1.23-2.38 mm (0.048-0.094 in.)

3. If the backlash is out of standard, replace the rear differential.