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Axle Shaft Assembly: Removal and Replacement

REAR DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION 

Caution:  Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring
harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an
appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

1. Drain the rear differential oil.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
4. Add rear differential oil. 

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