RX 350 FWD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2010)
SST : 09950-40011
09951-04020
09952-04010
09953-04020
09954-04010
09955-04061
09957-04010
09958-04011
SST : 09950-60010
09951-00370
NOTICE:
Before using the SST center bolt, apply grease to its threads and tip.
HINT
If the race remains on the rear differential case sub-assembly, repeat the step above to remove the race.
30. REMOVE DIFFERENTIAL RING GEAR
(a) Place matchmarks on the rear differential case sub-assembly and differential ring gear.
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(b) Remove the 12 ring gear set bolts.
(c) Using a plastic hammer, lightly and uniformly tap the outer circumference of the differential ring gear to remove it from the rear differential
case sub-assembly.
NOTICE:
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Do not drop the differential ring gear.
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If the differential drive pinion or differential ring gear is damaged, replace them both.
HINT
If it is difficult to remove, tap the outer circumference of the differential ring gear using a brass bar and a hammer.
31. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL PINION AND SIDE GEAR
(a) Check the differential pinion gears and differential side gears for wear.
If the differential pinion gears and differential side gears are damaged, replace the rear differential case sub-assembly.
32. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL CASE