Grand Caravan AWD V6-229 3.8L VIN L MFI (1997)
Carrier Side Gears: Service and Repair
1. Disconnect both half shafts from rear driveline module.
2. Using two pry bars, pop out output shaft.
3. Remove output shaft.
4. Remove end cover retaining bolts.
5. Remove differential end cover.
6. Remove differential assembly from rear driveline case.
7. Remove ring gear bolts and separate differential case from differential body.
8. Using a punch and hammer remove the differential pinion shaft pin.
9. Slide differential pinion shaft out of differential case.
10. Inspect and replace pinion gears, pinion shaft or pinion washers as required.
11. Reverse steps 7 through 10 to assemble differential. Torque the ring gear bolts to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).
12. Install differential assembly into driveline module case.
13. Clean and inspect sealer surfaces.
14. Apply Mopar Gasket Maker or equivalent and install end cover. Tighten to 28 Nm (250 inch lbs.).
