Rainier AWD V8-5.3L VIN P (2004)
Notice: Do not pry the ring gear from the differential case. Prying the ring gear from the differential case may cause damage to the ring gear and/or
the differential case.
5. Remove the ring gear from the differential case.
Drive the ring gear off with a brass drift if necessary.
6. Remove the pinion shaft lock bolt.
7. Remove the pinion shaft.