Drivetrain - Rear Differential Repair Info.

No: LTB00342 (Issue 3)

15 AUG 2011

ISSUE '3' CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN GRAY

SECTION: 205

Rear Differential - Lower-Level Service Repair





AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

A lower-level service repair is now available in the event of certain rear differential concerns; such as excessive humming noise, rumble, or a high-pitched whine. This may be caused by deterioration of the drive pinion front bearing. It is no longer necessary to replace the complete rear differential assembly.

Action:

In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to replace the rear differential drive pinion front bearing.





PARTS

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual for any required special tools





WARRANTY

REPAIR PROCEDURE

REPLACE REAR DIFFERENTIAL PINION TAIL BEARING

1. Refer to Workshop Manual, section 205-02: Rear Drive Axle / Differential, and replace the rear differential pinion tail bearing.