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3. Rotate the differential assembly to check for roughness indicating bearing/gear damage.

4. NOTE:  There is a space between the anti-lock speed sensor ring and the differential ring gear for measuring the differential ring gear backface

runout.

Using a suitable dial indicator and the special tool, measure and note the differential ring gear backface runout.

5. CAUTION:  Mark the position of the bearing caps, as the arrows may not be visible. Always install the bearing caps in their identical locations

and positions.

Remove the bearing caps.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the bearing caps.

6. WARNING:  Do not allow the differential assembly to fall.

CAUTION:  Place a wood block between the pry bar and the differential housing to protect the machined surface from damage.

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