B3000 V6-3.0L (2007)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Axle Shaft Rear (Limited Slip)
AXLE SHAFT REAR (LIMITED SLIP) REMOVAL / INSTALLATION
Removal Note
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
Note:
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Empty the lubricant into a clean container for reuse.
3. Remove the differential housing cover.
1
Remove the 10 differential housing cover bolts and drain the lubricant from the rear axle housing.
2
Remove the differential housing cover.
4. Remove the rear brake drums.
5. Remove the differential pinion shaft.
1
Loosen the differential pinion shaft lock bolt completely (Bolt will not be able to be removed at this time).
2
Remove the differential pinion shaft.
Caution:
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Do not damage the rubber O-rings in the U-washer grooves.
6. Remove the U-washers.
1
Push the axle shafts inboard.
2
Remove the U-washers.
