Venture AWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2004)
Differential: Service and Repair
Final Drive Replacement (M15)
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Tools Required
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J 42562 Axle Removal Wedge
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J 36850 Transjel Lubricant
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the case extension housing. Refer to Case Extension Housing Replacement.
2. Rotate the differential carrier until the end of the output shaft can be seen and the differential pinion shaft (701) is in a horizontal position.
3. Place the J 42562 between the end of the output shaft and the differential pinion shaft.
4. Using a hammer, hit the end of the axle removal tool in order to compress the output shaft compression ring (512) and push the output shaft
through the differential side gear.
5. Remove the differential carrier (700).
6. Using snap ring pliers remove the compression ring (512) from the output shaft.
