Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Differential Axle Housing: Service and Repair
Axle Vent Replacement
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Support rear axle housing and remove rear axle differential rear insulator-to-crossmember retaining nuts.
3. Position drain pan under rear axle housing. Remove fill plug with 3/8-inch flex handle and remove axle housing cover to housing retaining bolts.
4. Remove rear axle housing cover.
5. Remove lubricant deflector using 1/8-inch Allen wrench.