Safari Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
Rear Axle Shaft Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the brake rotor.
4. Remove the rear cover and the gasket.
5. Remove the pinion shaft locking bolt.
6. On axles without a locking differential, remove the pinion shaft.
7. On axles with a locking differential, remove the shaft part way. Rotate the case until the pinion shaft touches the housing.