Grand Prix V8-350 5.7L DSL (1983)
Differential Axle Housing: Service and Repair
Exc. Firebird
It is not necessary to remove rear axle assembly from vehicle to perform any normal service operation. However, if any part of housing is damaged,
rear axle assembly may be removed and installed using the following procedure.
1.
Raise car and place a floor jack under center of axle housing so it starts to raise rear axle assembly. Place jack stands solidly under frame members
on both sides.
2.
Disconnect rear U-joint from drive pinion flange and support propeller shaft out of the way.
3.
Remove both axle shafts.
4.
Support both brake backing plates out of the way.
5.
Disconnect rear brake hose bracket by removing top cover bolt. Remove brake line from housing by bending back tabs.
6.
Loosen remaining cover bolts, break loose cover about 1/8 inch and allow lube to drain.
7.
Disconnect shock absorbers at axle housing.
8.
Disconnect upper control arms at axle housing.
9.
Slowly lower jack until all spring tension is relieved and remove springs.
10.
Disconnect lower control arms and remove axle assembly.
